VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Thursday, February 19, 2026

Tool Comparison

MarketWatch vs Stock Analysis comparison

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

MarketWatch logo

MarketWatch

marketwatch.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
Hands-on review
Stock Analysis logo

Stock Analysis

stockanalysis.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, Desktop
Editor's pickHands-on review
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At a glance

Platforms
MarketWatchWeb, Mobile
Stock AnalysisWeb, Mobile, Desktop
Categories
MarketWatch18
Stock Analysis28
Pricing details

Tool

MarketWatch

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
SubscriptionSubscription

Tool

Stock Analysis

$6.58/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Pro (Monthly)$9.99/mo
Pro (Annual)$79/yr
Unlimited$16.58/mo
Category leaders
ScreenersStock Analysis
Stock IdeasStock Analysis
PortfolioStock Analysis
NewsTied
AlertsMarketWatch
DividendsStock Analysis
Insider DataMarketWatch
Short InterestMarketWatch
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeMarketWatchStock Analysis
Asset types
StocksETFsMutual FundsOptionsFuturesCommoditiesCurrenciesCryptosBonds
StocksETFsMutual FundsClosed-End FundsReal EstateFunds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
Data freshness
Real-time15-min DelayedEnd of Day
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
CSV
CSVExcel

Coverage overlap

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between MarketWatch and Stock Analysis?

MarketWatch focuses on News, Alerts, and Calendar while Stock Analysis specializes in Stock Ideas, Screeners, and ETF Screeners. They overlap in 11 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do MarketWatch and Stock Analysis cost?

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

Should I choose MarketWatch or Stock Analysis?

Choose MarketWatch if you need Market data hub with stock and market screeners, mutual fund research, fund comparison, and multi-quote lookup tools., and Personal watchlists available free with an account; syncs across web and mobile apps with customizable price and news alerts.. Go with Stock Analysis if Covers 120,000+ global stocks and funds with quotes, news, financials, forecasts, charts, and statistics, aiming to be “the internet’s best source of free stock data and information for regular investors.”, and Global coverage for stocks and ETFs, with 100,000+ tradable symbols across major U.S. exchanges (NASDAQ, NYSE, CBOE, OTC Markets) and many international markets; goal is to list every tradable stock in the world. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do MarketWatch and Stock Analysis cover?

Both cover Stocks, ETFs, and Mutual Funds. MarketWatch also includes Options, Futures, Commodities, Currencies, Cryptos, and Bonds. Stock Analysis adds coverage for Closed-End Funds, Real Estate, and Funds.

Do MarketWatch and Stock Analysis offer real-time data?

Yes, both platforms provide real-time market data. This makes either suitable for active trading strategies where timing matters.

Can I export data from MarketWatch and Stock Analysis?

Both platforms let you export data to spreadsheets (CSV). This is useful for custom analysis or record-keeping.

Which has a better stock screener—MarketWatch or Stock Analysis?

Both MarketWatch and Stock Analysis include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

Can I track my portfolio with MarketWatch or Stock Analysis?

Stock Analysis offers portfolio tracking features. MarketWatch is more focused on research and analysis.

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Curation & Accuracy

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