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MesoSim vs ValueSense comparison

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

Quick takeaways

MesoSim adds Options & Derivatives, Paper Trading, APIs & SDKs, and AI Chat coverage that ValueSense skips.

ValueSense includes Stock Ideas, Screeners, Quant, Money Flow, Watchlist, News, Calendar, Valuation Models, Scores, Transcripts, Insider Data, 13F, Research Templates, Shared Workspaces, and AI Earnings Summary categories that MesoSim omits.

In depth comparison

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MesoSim

mesosim.io

Options strategy backtesting SaaS with low-code strategy definitions, observability (events log), risk graphs/Greeks, margin reporting, an options valuation model/solver, and an implied-volatility surface viewer. Plan gating: Free includes 25 runs; Standard ($1000/yr) unlocks unlimited SPX + BTCUSD/ETHUSD options backtests plus sharing/exports and 1 MesoLive paper-trading account; Advanced ($1250/yr) adds RUT/VIX/GLD, margin models, vol surface/HD risk graphs, and hourly risk traces (plus up to 2 paper accounts). Live trade execution is a paid MesoLive add-on; API access is FundPro-only.

Platforms

WebAPI

Pricing

FreeSubscription

Quick highlights

  • Advanced options strategy backtesting service built around a low-code workflow.
  • Strategy Definition schema supports multi-leg structures plus entry/exit/adjustments and simulator controls (fill model, commissions/slippage, margin, position monitoring).
  • TradFi instruments documented for simulation: SPX (data from 2010), RUT/VIX (data from 2012), and GLD (data from 2012), with index vs equity option modeling notes.
  • Published data availability + vendors and resolution (5-minute): SPX/RUT/VIX/GLD sourced from Cboe Global Markets; BTCUSD/ETHUSD (and historical SOLUSD) sourced from Deribit.
  • Position Monitor provides 2D/3D risk graphs, PnL, and Greeks, with trace collection intervals (Off/Daily/Hourly).

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ValueSense

valuesense.io

ValueSense is a web research platform focused on fundamental equity analysis, intrinsic valuation, KPI/segment data, and AI‑aided earnings summaries. It includes a global stock screener (country/exchange filters), backtest charting, institutional/insider ("smart money") dashboards, a KPI-aware charting studio, and a workspace/public gallery for sharing screeners, charts, dashboards and valuation calculators. Exports include Excel/CSV/PDF and PNG chart images.

Platforms

Web

Pricing

FreeSubscription

Quick highlights

  • Intrinsic value suite: DCF, Reverse DCF, Earnings Power Value (EPV), Peter Lynch fair value, and relative value calculators.
  • AI-powered earnings overviews that summarize transcripts into structured highlights/visuals.
  • Global stock screener with 60+ presets, country & exchange filters, heatmap/scatter visualizations, and a backtesting comparison vs S&P 500.
  • Smart Money Analysis: institutional (13F) and insider transaction tracking, plus options sentiment indicators.
  • KPI & segments data (e.g., product/geo/segment revenue, operating income by segment) with 10+ years of history and quarterly/LTM modes.

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Where they differ

MesoSim

Distinct strengths include:

Options & DerivativesPaper TradingAPIs & SDKsAI Chat
  • Advanced options strategy backtesting service built around a low-code workflow.
  • Strategy Definition schema supports multi-leg structures plus entry/exit/adjustments and simulator controls (fill model, commissions/slippage, margin, position monitoring).
  • TradFi instruments documented for simulation: SPX (data from 2010), RUT/VIX (data from 2012), and GLD (data from 2012), with index vs equity option modeling notes.
  • Published data availability + vendors and resolution (5-minute): SPX/RUT/VIX/GLD sourced from Cboe Global Markets; BTCUSD/ETHUSD (and historical SOLUSD) sourced from Deribit.

ValueSense

Distinct strengths include:

Stock IdeasScreenersQuantMoney FlowWatchlistNewsCalendarValuation Models
  • Intrinsic value suite: DCF, Reverse DCF, Earnings Power Value (EPV), Peter Lynch fair value, and relative value calculators.
  • AI-powered earnings overviews that summarize transcripts into structured highlights/visuals.
  • Global stock screener with 60+ presets, country & exchange filters, heatmap/scatter visualizations, and a backtesting comparison vs S&P 500.
  • Smart Money Analysis: institutional (13F) and insider transaction tracking, plus options sentiment indicators.

Feature-by-feature breakdown

AttributeMesoSimValueSense
Categories

Which research workflows each platform targets

Shared: Backtesting, Data Visualizations, AI

Unique: Options & Derivatives, Paper Trading, APIs & SDKs, AI Chat

Shared: Backtesting, Data Visualizations, AI

Unique: Stock Ideas, Screeners, Quant, Money Flow, Watchlist, News, Calendar, Valuation Models, Scores, Transcripts, Insider Data, 13F, Research Templates, Shared Workspaces, AI Earnings Summary

Asset types

Supported asset classes and universes

Options, Cryptos

Stocks, ETFs

Experience levels

Who each product is built for

Intermediate, Advanced

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Platforms

Where you can access the product

Web, API

Web

Pricing

High-level pricing models

Free, Subscription

Free, Subscription

Key features

Core capabilities called out by each vendor

Unique

  • Advanced options strategy backtesting service built around a low-code workflow.
  • Strategy Definition schema supports multi-leg structures plus entry/exit/adjustments and simulator controls (fill model, commissions/slippage, margin, position monitoring).
  • TradFi instruments documented for simulation: SPX (data from 2010), RUT/VIX (data from 2012), and GLD (data from 2012), with index vs equity option modeling notes.
  • Published data availability + vendors and resolution (5-minute): SPX/RUT/VIX/GLD sourced from Cboe Global Markets; BTCUSD/ETHUSD (and historical SOLUSD) sourced from Deribit.
  • Position Monitor provides 2D/3D risk graphs, PnL, and Greeks, with trace collection intervals (Off/Daily/Hourly).
  • Volatility Surface viewer to explore implied-vol surfaces with overlays (e.g., open interest, volume, bid-ask spread, Greeks) and playback at 5-minute resolution (non-crypto in current version).

Unique

  • Intrinsic value suite: DCF, Reverse DCF, Earnings Power Value (EPV), Peter Lynch fair value, and relative value calculators.
  • AI-powered earnings overviews that summarize transcripts into structured highlights/visuals.
  • Global stock screener with 60+ presets, country & exchange filters, heatmap/scatter visualizations, and a backtesting comparison vs S&P 500.
  • Smart Money Analysis: institutional (13F) and insider transaction tracking, plus options sentiment indicators.
  • KPI & segments data (e.g., product/geo/segment revenue, operating income by segment) with 10+ years of history and quarterly/LTM modes.
  • Stock charting for fundamentals & KPIs with multi‑view layouts; PNG export.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which workflows do MesoSim and ValueSense both support?

Both platforms cover Backtesting, Data Visualizations, and AI workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.

Do MesoSim and ValueSense require subscriptions?

Both MesoSim and ValueSense keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.

How can you access MesoSim and ValueSense?

Both MesoSim and ValueSense prioritize web or desktop access. Investors wanting a mobile-first workflow may need to rely on responsive web views.

What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?

MesoSim differentiates itself with Advanced options strategy backtesting service built around a low-code workflow., Strategy Definition schema supports multi-leg structures plus entry/exit/adjustments and simulator controls (fill model, commissions/slippage, margin, position monitoring)., and TradFi instruments documented for simulation: SPX (data from 2010), RUT/VIX (data from 2012), and GLD (data from 2012), with index vs equity option modeling notes., whereas ValueSense stands out for Intrinsic value suite: DCF, Reverse DCF, Earnings Power Value (EPV), Peter Lynch fair value, and relative value calculators., AI-powered earnings overviews that summarize transcripts into structured highlights/visuals., and Global stock screener with 60+ presets, country & exchange filters, heatmap/scatter visualizations, and a backtesting comparison vs S&P 500..

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