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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Thursday, February 19, 2026

Tool Comparison

MSN Money vs Zacks (Zacks.com) comparison

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

MSN Money logo

MSN Money

msn.com

PricingFree
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, Desktop
Hands-on review
Zacks (Zacks.com) logo

Zacks (Zacks.com)

zacks.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
Hands-on review
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At a glance

Platforms
MSN MoneyWeb, Mobile, Desktop
Zacks (Zacks.com)Web, Mobile
Categories
MSN Money8
Zacks (Zacks.com)14
Pricing details

Tool

MSN Money

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree

Tool

Zacks (Zacks.com)

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial30 days

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
PremiumSubscription
UltimateSubscription
Investor CollectionSubscription
Category leaders
ScreenersZacks (Zacks.com)
PortfolioZacks (Zacks.com)
NewsTied
AlertsZacks (Zacks.com)
FinancialsMSN Money
TranscriptsZacks (Zacks.com)
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Platform details

AttributeMSN MoneyZacks (Zacks.com)
Asset types
StocksETFsMutual FundsCommoditiesCurrencies
StocksETFsMutual Funds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediate
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
North AmericaEurope
Data freshness
Real-time15-min DelayedEnd of Day
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
Not specifiedNot specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories5

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

MSN Money strengths3

Categories covered by MSN Money only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between MSN Money and Zacks (Zacks.com)?

MSN Money focuses on News, Calendar, and Watchlist while Zacks (Zacks.com) specializes in Screeners, ETF Screeners, and Watchlist. They overlap in 5 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do MSN Money and Zacks (Zacks.com) cost?

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

Which is better for beginners—MSN Money or Zacks (Zacks.com)?

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

Should I choose MSN Money or Zacks (Zacks.com)?

Choose MSN Money if you need 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.. Go with Zacks (Zacks.com) if Zacks Rank system (#1–#5) and Zacks Industry Rank shown on company pages., and Style Scores across Value, Growth, and Momentum factors. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do MSN Money and Zacks (Zacks.com) cover?

Both cover Stocks, ETFs, and Mutual Funds. MSN Money also includes Commodities, and Currencies.

Do MSN Money and Zacks (Zacks.com) offer real-time data?

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

Which has a better stock screener—MSN Money or Zacks (Zacks.com)?

Zacks (Zacks.com) includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. MSN Money focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with MSN Money or Zacks (Zacks.com)?

Zacks (Zacks.com) offers portfolio tracking features. MSN Money is more focused on research and analysis.

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