VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Saturday, January 31, 2026

Tool Comparison

Journalytic vs StockCharts comparison

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

Journalytic logo

Journalytic

journalytic.com

PricingFree
PlatformsWeb
StockCharts logo

StockCharts

stockcharts.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
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At a glance

Platforms
JournalyticWeb
StockChartsWeb, Mobile
Categories
Journalytic3
StockCharts9
Pricing details
JournalyticStockCharts
Free tier
Free trial30 days
Starting price$19.95/mo
Enterprise option
Available plansFree (Open Beta)Free, Basic, Extra, PRO
Category leaders
ScreenersStockCharts
PortfolioStockCharts
WatchlistStockCharts
AlertsStockCharts
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeJournalyticStockCharts
Asset types
StocksCryptosReal EstatePrivate Funds
StocksETFsMutual FundsOptionsCommoditiesCryptos
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
Not specified
North AmericaEuropeAPAC
Data freshness
Not specified
Real-time15-min DelayedEnd of Day
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
Not specified
CSVImage

Coverage overlap

Shared categories1

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Journalytic strengths2

Categories covered by Journalytic only.

StockCharts strengths8

Categories covered by StockCharts only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Journalytic and StockCharts?

Journalytic focuses on Notes & Highlights, Checklist, and Data Visualizations while StockCharts specializes in Screeners, Data Visualizations, and Alerts. They overlap in 1 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do Journalytic and StockCharts cost?

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

Can I use Journalytic or StockCharts on my phone?

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

Should I choose Journalytic or StockCharts?

Choose Journalytic if you need Pricing: Journalytic is in an open beta period and is currently completely free (a future freemium model is mentioned)., and Investment journaling tool designed to record thoughts, track decisions, and surface feedback/blindspots in the investing process.. Go with StockCharts if Tiered pricing: Basic $19.95, Extra $29.95, PRO $49.95. Limits scale by tier (ChartLists: 1/250/500; Custom Scans: 1/200/500; Scheduled Scans: 0/10/25; Price Alerts: 2/200/500; Advanced Alerts: 1/100/250). Auto-refresh every 15s (Basic/Extra) or 5s (PRO)., and Real-time data: free US BATS quotes; official real-time add-ons available for NYSE, NASDAQ, TSX/TSX-V, and LSE. Other markets are 15-minute delayed. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do Journalytic and StockCharts cover?

Both cover Stocks, and Cryptos. Journalytic also includes Real Estate, and Private Funds. StockCharts adds coverage for ETFs, Mutual Funds, Options, and Commodities.

Does Journalytic or StockCharts have real-time data?

StockCharts offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. Journalytic 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 Journalytic and StockCharts?

StockCharts supports data exports to CSV, and Image. Journalytic has more limited export options.

Can Journalytic or StockCharts connect to my broker?

StockCharts connects with brokers for portfolio syncing. Journalytic requires manual portfolio entry or data import.

Which has a better stock screener—Journalytic or StockCharts?

StockCharts includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. Journalytic focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with Journalytic or StockCharts?

StockCharts offers portfolio tracking features. Journalytic is more focused on research and analysis.

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