VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
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Friday, January 30, 2026
Tool Comparison
PortfoliosLab vs USAspending comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
At a glance
| PortfoliosLab | USAspending | |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Free trial | ||
| Starting price | $7.99/mo | — |
| Enterprise option | ||
| Available plans | Free, Plus, Pro, Enterprise | Free |
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Platform details
| Attribute | PortfoliosLab | USAspending |
|---|---|---|
Asset types | StocksETFsMutual FundsFundsCryptosCurrencies | Other |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Regions | North AmericaEurope | North America |
Data freshness | End of Day | End of Day |
API access | REST | REST |
Export formats | Not specified | CSVJSON |
Coverage overlap
Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.
Categories covered by PortfoliosLab only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between PortfoliosLab and USAspending?
PortfoliosLab focuses on Portfolio, Watchlist, and Backtesting while USAspending specializes in Data APIs, APIs & SDKs, and Data Visualizations. They overlap in 3 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.
How much do PortfoliosLab and USAspending cost?
Good news—both PortfoliosLab and USAspending offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.
Do PortfoliosLab and USAspending have APIs?
Yes, both platforms offer API access for developers and quants who want to build custom integrations or automate their workflows.
Should I choose PortfoliosLab or USAspending?
Choose PortfoliosLab if you need Portfolio and instrument analytics suite with 20+ tools for performance, risk and optimization (portfolio analysis, portfolio performance, stock comparison, Sharpe, Sortino, Omega, Martin, VaR, CVaR, volatility models)., and Portfolio tracking for both static and transactional portfolios, including lazy model portfolios and public user portfolios, with benchmarking against indices and other portfolios.. Go with USAspending if Advanced Search & profiles across awards, recipients, agencies, federal accounts; filters include date, place of performance, NAICS/PSC, Assistance Listing (formerly CFDA), DEFC for COVID/infrastructure., and Spending Explorer and Agency/Federal Account profiles for top‑down views of obligations/outlays and drill‑downs by budget hierarchy. better fits how you invest.
What asset classes do PortfoliosLab and USAspending cover?
Both cover common asset types. PortfoliosLab also includes Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Funds, Cryptos, and Currencies. USAspending adds coverage for Other.
Can I export data from PortfoliosLab and USAspending?
USAspending supports data exports to CSV, and JSON. PortfoliosLab has more limited export options.
Which has a better stock screener—PortfoliosLab or USAspending?
PortfoliosLab includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. USAspending focuses on other analytical tools.
Can I track my portfolio with PortfoliosLab or USAspending?
PortfoliosLab offers portfolio tracking features. USAspending is more focused on research and analysis.
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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.