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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

MarketScreener vs MSN Money comparison

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

MarketScreener logo

MarketScreener

marketscreener.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
MSN Money logo

MSN Money

msn.com

PricingFree
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, Desktop
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At a glance

Platforms
MarketScreenerWeb, Mobile
MSN MoneyWeb, Mobile, Desktop
Categories
MarketScreener17
MSN Money8
Pricing details

Tool

MarketScreener

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Free (Member)Free
PremiumSubscription

Tool

MSN Money

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Category leaders
ScreenersMarketScreener
Stock IdeasMarketScreener
PortfolioMarketScreener
NewsTied
AlertsMarketScreener
Data VisualizationsMarketScreener
Insider DataMarketScreener
TranscriptsMarketScreener
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Platform details

AttributeMarketScreenerMSN Money
Asset types
StocksETFsCommoditiesCurrenciesCryptos
StocksETFsMutual FundsCommoditiesCurrencies
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediate
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
Data freshness
Not specified
Real-time15-min DelayedEnd of Day
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
Not specifiedNot specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories4

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between MarketScreener and MSN Money?

MarketScreener focuses on News, Alerts, and Calendar while MSN Money specializes in News, Calendar, and Watchlist. They overlap in 4 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do MarketScreener and MSN Money cost?

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

Which is better for beginners—MarketScreener or MSN Money?

Both platforms target experienced investors. If you're just starting out, expect a learning curve with either option.

Should I choose MarketScreener or MSN Money?

Choose MarketScreener if you need Market news + quotes with broad coverage across equities, ETFs, commodities, currencies/forex and cryptocurrencies ., and Custom watchlists ("My lists") with real-time quotes, news, earnings releases, valuation trends, broker recommendations, and smart email alerts .. Go with MSN Money if Free finance news aggregation from thousands of publishers in an ad-supported environment., and Customizable watchlists for stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds; desktop supports multiple lists, while mobile apps manage a single main list. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do MarketScreener and MSN Money cover?

Both cover Stocks, ETFs, Commodities, and Currencies. MarketScreener also includes Cryptos. MSN Money adds coverage for Mutual Funds.

Does MarketScreener or MSN Money have real-time data?

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

Which has a better stock screener—MarketScreener or MSN Money?

MarketScreener includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. MSN Money focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with MarketScreener or MSN Money?

MarketScreener offers portfolio tracking features. MSN Money is more focused on research and analysis.

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