VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Tool Comparison
OpenInsider vs Total Real Returns comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
OpenInsider
openinsider.com
Comparison highlights
- Tool score: the chart below shows community vote sentiment over the last 8 weeks. Use it as a signal, not a verdict.
- Overlap: both cover Data Visualizations.
- Coverage tilt: OpenInsider has 2 categories you won't get in Total Real Returns; Total Real Returns has 1 unique categories.
- Curation signals: OpenInsider: Editor's pick + Hands-on review.
Category leaders
- Screeners: OpenInsider is tagged for this workflow; Total Real Returns has no category votes yet.
- Data Visualizations: not enough category votes yet to call a leader.
Vote sentiment comparison
Cumulative positive vote share. Loading fresh totals...
Side-by-side metrics
| Attribute | OpenInsider | Total Real Returns |
|---|---|---|
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, Closed-End Funds | Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Currencies |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web | Web |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free | Free |
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Yes | Not yet |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Highlighted | Standard listing |
Coverage overlap
OpenInsider strengths
Categories covered by OpenInsider but not Total Real Returns.
Total Real Returns strengths
Categories covered by Total Real Returns but not OpenInsider.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do OpenInsider and Total Real Returns both support?
Both platforms cover Data Visualizations workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do OpenInsider and Total Real Returns require subscriptions?
Both OpenInsider and Total Real Returns keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
How can you access OpenInsider and Total Real Returns?
Both OpenInsider and Total Real Returns 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?
OpenInsider differentiates itself with Real-time SEC Form 4 insider trading screener for insider buying and selling., Pre-built report pages such as “Latest Insider Purchases”., and “Insider Buy-Sell Charts” page for visualizing insider activity., whereas Total Real Returns stands out for CPI-U inflation-adjusted "Total Real Return" charts with dividends reinvested (purchasing-power view)., Toggle inflation adjustment on/off (real vs. nominal dollars) on chart pages., and Compare multiple symbols on a single chart by entering comma-separated tickers..
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Curation & Accuracy
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).
Details change. Pricing, features, and availability may be incomplete or out of date. Treat listings as a starting point and verify on the provider’s site before making decisions. If you spot an error or a gap, send a quick note and I’ll adjust.