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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

Prospero.ai vs The Motley Fool comparison

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

Prospero.ai logo

Prospero.ai

prospero.ai

PricingFree
PlatformsMobile
The Motley Fool logo

The Motley Fool

fool.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
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At a glance

Platforms
Prospero.aiMobile
The Motley FoolWeb, Mobile
Categories
Prospero.ai13
The Motley Fool8
Pricing details

Tool

Prospero.ai

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree

Tool

The Motley Fool

$16.583333333333332/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Stock Advisor (Annual)$16.583333333333332/mo
Epic (Annual)$41.583333333333336/mo
Epic Plus (Annual)$166.58333333333334/mo
Fool Portfolios (Annual)$333.25/mo
Fool OneSubscription
Category leaders
ScreenersProspero.ai
PortfolioThe Motley Fool
NewsThe Motley Fool
AlertsProspero.ai
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeProspero.aiThe Motley Fool
Asset types
StocksETFs
StocksETFs
Experience
BeginnerIntermediate
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
Not specified
Data freshness
Real-timeEnd of Day
Not specified
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
Not specifiedNot specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories5

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

The Motley Fool strengths3

Categories covered by The Motley Fool only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Prospero.ai and The Motley Fool?

Prospero.ai focuses on Stock Ideas, Screeners, and ETF Screeners while The Motley Fool specializes in Stock Ideas, Portfolio, and Watchlist. They overlap in 5 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do Prospero.ai and The Motley Fool cost?

Good news—both Prospero.ai and The Motley Fool offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Which is better for beginners—Prospero.ai or The Motley Fool?

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

Should I choose Prospero.ai or The Motley Fool?

Choose Prospero.ai if you need Ten proprietary signals: 5 short-term (Options/Social/Institutional/Dark Pool/Short Pressure) and 5 long-term (Upside/Downside Breakout, Profitability, Growth, Market Similarity)., and Short-term Net Options Sentiment updates ~every 2–5 minutes (real‑time orientation).. Go with The Motley Fool if Stock Advisor membership includes two new stock recommendations per month, currently priced at $199/year, with a 30-day refund policy., and Tiered memberships expand access: Epic ($499/year) adds research and scorecards; Epic Plus ($1,999/year) includes the real-money Moneyball Portfolio with daily guidance; Fool Portfolios ($3,999/year) provides access to Tom Gardner’s live portfolios; Fool One is an all-access bundle. better fits how you invest.

Does Prospero.ai or The Motley Fool have real-time data?

Prospero.ai offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. The Motley Fool uses delayed or end-of-day data, which works fine for longer-term investors who don't need up-to-the-second quotes.

Which has a better stock screener—Prospero.ai or The Motley Fool?

Prospero.ai includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. The Motley Fool focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with Prospero.ai or The Motley Fool?

The Motley Fool offers portfolio tracking features. Prospero.ai is more focused on research and analysis.

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