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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

IPOScoop vs Seeking Alpha comparison

Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.

IPOScoop logo

IPOScoop

iposcoop.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb
Hands-on review
Seeking Alpha logo

Seeking Alpha

seekingalpha.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
Editor's pickHands-on review
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At a glance

Platforms
IPOScoopWeb
Seeking AlphaWeb, Mobile
Categories
IPOScoop6
Seeking Alpha19
Pricing details

Tool

IPOScoop

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Pricing not published

Tool

Seeking Alpha

$24.92/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

BasicFree
Premium (Monthly)$29.99/mo
Premium (Annual)$299/yr
PROSubscription
Alpha Picks$499/yr
Category leaders
ScreenersSeeking Alpha
Stock IdeasSeeking Alpha
PortfolioSeeking Alpha
WatchlistSeeking Alpha
NewsTied
AlertsSeeking Alpha
FinancialsSeeking Alpha
TranscriptsSeeking Alpha
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Platform details

AttributeIPOScoopSeeking Alpha
Asset types
Stocks
StocksETFsMutual FundsCommoditiesCryptos
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
Not specified
Data freshness
Not specified
Real-time15-min Delayed
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
Not specified
ExcelPDF

Coverage overlap

Shared categories3

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between IPOScoop and Seeking Alpha?

IPOScoop focuses on IPO, Secondary Offerings, and Calendar while Seeking Alpha specializes in News, Alerts, and Calendar. They overlap in 3 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do IPOScoop and Seeking Alpha cost?

Good news—both IPOScoop and Seeking Alpha offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Can I use IPOScoop or Seeking Alpha on my phone?

Seeking Alpha has a mobile app so you can check your research on the go. IPOScoop is web-only, so you'll need a browser to access it from mobile devices.

Should I choose IPOScoop or Seeking Alpha?

Choose IPOScoop if you need IPO Calendar with upcoming and recently priced deals, plus roll-ups like “Last 100 IPOs” and “Last 12 Months.”, and SCOOP Ratings (1–5 stars) that reflect the Street’s consensus on expected first-day premiums, with published disclaimers on methodology.. Go with Seeking Alpha if Real-time financial news and market-moving analysis with alerting controls (content + ratings/price + portfolio digests)., and Portfolio tracker supports manual lot entry (shares, price, date, transaction type) and downloads/export to Excel (.xlsx). better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do IPOScoop and Seeking Alpha cover?

Both cover Stocks. Seeking Alpha adds coverage for ETFs, Mutual Funds, Commodities, and Cryptos.

Does IPOScoop or Seeking Alpha have real-time data?

Seeking Alpha offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. IPOScoop uses delayed or end-of-day data, which works fine for longer-term investors who don't need up-to-the-second quotes.

Can I export data from IPOScoop and Seeking Alpha?

Seeking Alpha supports data exports to Excel, and PDF. IPOScoop has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—IPOScoop or Seeking Alpha?

Seeking Alpha includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. IPOScoop focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with IPOScoop or Seeking Alpha?

Seeking Alpha offers portfolio tracking features. IPOScoop is more focused on research and analysis.

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