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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Sunday, January 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

MarketScreener vs StockCharts 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
StockCharts logo

StockCharts

stockcharts.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
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At a glance

Platforms
MarketScreenerWeb, Mobile
StockChartsWeb, Mobile
Categories
MarketScreener17
StockCharts9
Pricing details
MarketScreenerStockCharts
Free tier
Free trial30 days
Starting price$19.95/mo
Enterprise option
Available plansFree (Member), PremiumFree, Basic, Extra, PRO
Category leaders
Stock IdeasMarketScreener
NewsMarketScreener
AlertsTied
FinancialsMarketScreener
Insider DataMarketScreener
TranscriptsMarketScreener
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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MarketScreenerStockCharts

Platform details

AttributeMarketScreenerStockCharts
Asset types
StocksETFsCommoditiesCurrenciesCryptos
StocksETFsMutual FundsOptionsCommoditiesCryptos
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
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 categories6

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

StockCharts strengths3

Categories covered by StockCharts only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between MarketScreener and StockCharts?

MarketScreener focuses on News, Alerts, and Calendar while StockCharts specializes in Screeners, Data Visualizations, and Alerts. They overlap in 6 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do MarketScreener and StockCharts cost?

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

Should I choose MarketScreener or StockCharts?

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 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 MarketScreener and StockCharts cover?

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

Does MarketScreener or StockCharts have real-time data?

StockCharts 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.

Can I export data from MarketScreener and StockCharts?

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

Can MarketScreener or StockCharts connect to my broker?

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

Which has a better stock screener—MarketScreener or StockCharts?

Both MarketScreener and StockCharts include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

Can I track my portfolio with MarketScreener or StockCharts?

Both platforms include portfolio tracking, so you can monitor your holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.

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