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Monday, March 16, 2026

Tool Comparison

OptionCharts vs Portfolio123 comparison

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

OptionCharts logo

OptionCharts

optioncharts.io

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb
Portfolio123 logo

Portfolio123

portfolio123.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API, Desktop
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At a glance

Platforms
OptionChartsWeb
Portfolio123Web, API, Desktop
Categories
OptionCharts7
Portfolio12320
Pricing details

Tool

OptionCharts

$20/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial7 days

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Premium$20/mo
Ultimate (Real‑time Options Data)Subscription
Ultimate Professional (Real‑time Options Data)Subscription

Tool

Portfolio123

$25/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Manage (Free)Free
Retail Research Plans$25/mo
Professional / API & Data LicensesContact sales
Research TrialOne-time
Category leaders
ScreenersPortfolio123
Stock IdeasPortfolio123
PortfolioPortfolio123
BacktestingPortfolio123
FinancialsPortfolio123
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Platform details

AttributeOptionChartsPortfolio123
Asset types
OptionsStocksETFs
StocksETFsClosed-End Funds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North AmericaEurope
Data freshness
Real-time15-min DelayedEnd of Day
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
Not specified
REST
Export formats
CSV
JSON

Coverage overlap

Shared categories4

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between OptionCharts and Portfolio123?

OptionCharts focuses on Data Visualizations, Options & Derivatives, and Watchlist while Portfolio123 specializes in Screeners, Data Visualizations, and Quant. They overlap in 4 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do OptionCharts and Portfolio123 cost?

Good news—both OptionCharts and Portfolio123 offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Does OptionCharts or Portfolio123 have an API?

Portfolio123 provides API access for programmatic data retrieval and custom integrations. OptionCharts doesn't currently offer an API, so you'll need to use their web interface.

Should I choose OptionCharts or Portfolio123?

Choose OptionCharts if you need Interactive Option Strategy Profit & Loss chart with multi‑leg templates (e.g., covered call, verticals, iron condor, calendar)., and Per‑ticker chart library: volume, open interest, greeks (Δ, Γ, Θ, ν), implied vol skew, max pain, expected move, probability distribution.. Go with Portfolio123 if Web‑based quant research terminal for building multifactor ranking systems, stock/ETF screens, and complete rules‑based strategies with no programming, powered by point‑in‑time FactSet data and marketed as free of survivorship and look‑ahead bias., and Supports realistic simulations and backtests over roughly 20 years of history for US, Canadian, and European equities, with custom universes, separate buy/sell rules, position sizing, hedging, and “Book of Strategies” to combine and analyze correlated systems. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do OptionCharts and Portfolio123 cover?

Both cover Stocks, and ETFs. OptionCharts also includes Options. Portfolio123 adds coverage for Closed-End Funds.

Do OptionCharts and Portfolio123 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 OptionCharts and Portfolio123?

OptionCharts supports data exports to CSV. Portfolio123 has more limited export options.

Can OptionCharts or Portfolio123 connect to my broker?

Portfolio123 connects with brokers for portfolio syncing. OptionCharts requires manual portfolio entry or data import.

Which has a better stock screener—OptionCharts or Portfolio123?

Both OptionCharts and Portfolio123 include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

Can I track my portfolio with OptionCharts or Portfolio123?

Portfolio123 offers portfolio tracking features. OptionCharts is more focused on research and analysis.

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