VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON
Source checks: MarketBeat checked September 30, 2026 · MarketScreener checked September 24, 2026
Tool Comparison
MarketBeat vs MarketScreener
- Paid from
- $20.75/mo
- Free plan
- Yes
- Platforms
- Web
Best if
- You want the cheaper way in: plans start at $20.75/mo instead of $34/mo
- You want ETF screeners, dividends, and institutional ownership.
- Paid from
- $34/mo
- Free plan
- Yes
- Platforms
- Web, Mobile
Best if
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
- You want stock ideas, data visualizations, and financials.
- You've outgrown the basics and want pro-level depth
Pick MarketBeat if
MarketBeat
Free • From $249/yr · Web
- You want the cheaper way in: plans start at $20.75/mo instead of $34/mo
- You want ETF screeners, dividends, and institutional ownership.
Pick MarketScreener if
MarketScreener
Free • From $34/mo · Web · Mobile
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
- You want stock ideas, data visualizations, and financials.
- You've outgrown the basics and want pro-level depth
Skip both if: Neither one clicks with how you research; there are strong third options.
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Our take
The bottom line
MarketBeat and MarketScreener cover a lot of the same ground (10 shared categories, including screeners, analyst ratings & price targets, and analyst forecasts), so for the basics you won't go far wrong with either. MarketBeat includes ETF screeners and dividends, and MarketScreener includes stock ideas and data visualizations.
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Key differences at a glance
- Cheaper paid plan
- MarketBeat$20.75/mo vs $34/mo
- Mobile app
- MarketScreener
- Broker sync
- MarketBeat
- Asset coverage
- MarketScreenerAdds commodities and currencies
- Free plan
- Both
What MarketBeat does best
- Review ratings and price targets.
- Filter stocks and dividend candidates.
- Compare companies side by side.
- Inspect earnings and dividend histories.
- Follow updates for selected stocks.
What MarketScreener does best
- Monitor market news and quotes across equities, ETFs, commodities, currencies, forex, and cryptocurrencies.
- Build watchlists with quotes, news, earnings releases, valuation trends, broker recommendations, and email alerts.
- Screening for stocks globally with hundreds of fundamental and technical criteria, with higher filter counts reserved for Premium and Expert tiers.
- Use dynamic charts with technical indicators and switch between stocks and personal lists.
- Explore thematic lists and compare them with index trends and past performance.
Side by side
Pricing comparison
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Side by side
Price, platforms, data, and market coverage.ShowHide
Side by side
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & plans | ||
Starting price | Free • From $249/yr | Free • From $34/mo |
Free tier | Yes | Yes |
Free trial | — | — |
Plan limits | Free / Daily Ratings: watchlist stocks: 10 | 13 limits: Free Member: lists: 5, Free Member: securities per list: 25 +11 more |
| Platforms & access | ||
Web app | Yes | Yes |
Mobile app | No | Yes |
API access | No | No |
Broker sync | Yes | No |
Integrations | Plaid | — |
| Audience & fit | ||
Experience level | Beginner, Intermediate | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Best for | Retail Traders and Analysts | Retail Traders, Pro Retail +4 more |
Categories covered | 14 | 16 |
Regions | North America, Europe | North America, Europe, APAC, LatAm, Middle East, Africa |
| Data & capabilities | ||
Data partners | — | 3 partners: FactSet, Morningstar +1 more |
Capabilities | Broker sync | Universe builder |
| Try it | Visit MarketBeat | Visit MarketScreener |
Standout features
The best features of MarketBeat and MarketScreener.ShowHide
Standout features
What MarketBeat does best
- Review ratings and price targets.
- Filter stocks and dividend candidates.
- Compare companies side by side.
- Inspect earnings and dividend histories.
- Follow updates for selected stocks.
What MarketScreener does best
- Monitor market news and quotes across equities, ETFs, commodities, currencies, forex, and cryptocurrencies.
- Build watchlists with quotes, news, earnings releases, valuation trends, broker recommendations, and email alerts.
- Screening for stocks globally with hundreds of fundamental and technical criteria, with higher filter counts reserved for Premium and Expert tiers.
- Use dynamic charts with technical indicators and switch between stocks and personal lists.
- Explore thematic lists and compare them with index trends and past performance.
All details
Every attribute we track for MarketBeat and MarketScreener.ShowHide
All details
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | StocksETFs | StocksETFsCommoditiesCurrenciesCryptos |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediate | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Target audience | Retail TradersAnalysts | Retail TradersPro RetailLong-term InvestorsValue InvestorsGrowth InvestorsDividend Investors |
Regions | North AmericaEurope | North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica |
Coverage details | Countries: US, CA, and GBIdentifiers: Ticker | Identifiers: Ticker and ISIN |
| Data | ||
Data partners | Not specified | FactSetMorningstarS&P Global Market Intelligence |
| Access & integrations | ||
Import methods | Plaid | Not specified |
Integrations | Plaid | Not specified |
Export formats | CSVExcel | Not specified |
| Plans & trust | ||
Capability signals | Broker sync | Universe builder |
Vendor & support | MarketBeat Media, LLCSupport: Email and Phone | Surperformance SASCountry: France |
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Pricing
Plans, billing, free trials, and monthly prices.ShowHide
Pricing
| Tier | ||
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Free“Free / Daily Ratings”watchlist stocks: 10 | Free“Free Member”lists: 5 · securities per list: 25 · +1 more |
| Entry paid plan | $249/yr≈ $20.75/mo“All Access” | $34/mo“Access”financial history years: 5 · company reports per month: 3 · +4 more |
| Tier 2 | $29/mo“All Access” | $59/mo“Premium”annual billing usd: 600 · annual equivalent monthly usd: 50 |
| Top plan | — | $279/mo“Expert”annual billing usd: 2,628 · annual equivalent monthly usd: 219 |
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Questions we keep getting
What's the difference between MarketBeat and MarketScreener?
MarketBeat leans toward screeners, ETF screeners, and analyst ratings & price targets, while MarketScreener puts more weight on news, alerts, and calendar. They overlap in 10 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
How much do MarketBeat and MarketScreener cost?
Good news: both MarketBeat and MarketScreener have free plans, so you can run them side by side and only pay if you hit a wall.
Which is better for beginners: MarketBeat or MarketScreener?
Honestly, neither is aimed at beginners. Expect a learning curve either way; that's the trade-off for the depth they offer.
Can I use MarketBeat or MarketScreener on my phone?
MarketScreener lists a dedicated mobile app, so it travels better. MarketBeat doesn't list a dedicated mobile app; its documented access is web.
Should I choose MarketBeat or MarketScreener?
It depends on what you're after. Pick MarketBeat if ETF screeners and dividends matter to you; go with MarketScreener if you'd rather have stock ideas and data visualizations. And if you only need the basics both share, let price decide.
What asset classes do MarketBeat and MarketScreener cover?
Both cover stocks and ETFs. MarketScreener adds commodities, currencies, and cryptos on top.
Can I export data from MarketBeat and MarketScreener?
MarketBeat exports to CSV and Excel. MarketScreener is stingier about getting data out.
Can MarketBeat or MarketScreener connect to my broker?
MarketBeat syncs with brokers automatically. With MarketScreener, you're entering holdings by hand or importing files.
Which has a better stock screener: MarketBeat or MarketScreener?
Both MarketBeat and MarketScreener include stock screeners, and they differ more in interface than raw power; try both and see which one clicks for you.
Can I track my portfolio with MarketBeat or MarketScreener?
Yes, both do portfolio tracking: holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.
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