VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
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Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Tool Comparison
MarketScreener vs Yahoo Finance comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
MarketScreener
marketscreener.com
Yahoo Finance
finance.yahoo.com
At a glance
| MarketScreener | Yahoo Finance | |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Free trial | ||
| Starting price | — | $7.95/mo |
| Enterprise option | ||
| Available plans | Free (Member), Premium | Free, Bronze, Silver, Gold |
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Platform details
| Attribute | MarketScreener | Yahoo Finance |
|---|---|---|
Asset types | StocksETFsCommoditiesCurrenciesCryptos | StocksETFsMutual FundsOptionsFuturesCommoditiesCurrenciesCryptos |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Regions | North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica | North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica |
Data freshness | Not specified | Real-time15-min Delayed |
API access | Not specified | Not specified |
Export formats | Not specified | CSV |
Coverage overlap
Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.
Categories covered by MarketScreener only.
Categories covered by Yahoo Finance only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between MarketScreener and Yahoo Finance?
MarketScreener focuses on News, Alerts, and Calendar while Yahoo Finance specializes in News, Alerts, and Calendar. They overlap in 12 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.
How much do MarketScreener and Yahoo Finance cost?
Good news—both MarketScreener and Yahoo Finance offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.
Should I choose MarketScreener or Yahoo Finance?
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 Yahoo Finance if Global exchange coverage with explicit exchange suffixes, delay tables, and data-provider attributions (e.g., ICE Data Services; CoinMarketCap for crypto)., and Portfolios + watchlists to track holdings/performance; supports importing holdings via CSV. better fits how you invest.
What asset classes do MarketScreener and Yahoo Finance cover?
Both cover Stocks, ETFs, Commodities, Currencies, and Cryptos. Yahoo Finance adds coverage for Mutual Funds, Options, and Futures.
Does MarketScreener or Yahoo Finance have real-time data?
Yahoo Finance 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 Yahoo Finance?
Yahoo Finance supports data exports to CSV. MarketScreener has more limited export options.
Which has a better stock screener—MarketScreener or Yahoo Finance?
Both MarketScreener and Yahoo Finance include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.
Can I track my portfolio with MarketScreener or Yahoo Finance?
Both platforms include portfolio tracking, so you can monitor your holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.
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This directory blends AI‑assisted discovery with human curation. Entries are reviewed, edited, and organized with the goal of expanding coverage and sharpening quality over time. Your feedback helps steer improvements (because no single human can capture everything all at once).
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