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Thursday, February 19, 2026

Tool Comparison

Qfinr vs Seeking Alpha comparison

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

Qfinr logo

Qfinr

qfinr.com

PricingSubscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
Seeking Alpha logo

Seeking Alpha

seekingalpha.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
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At a glance

Platforms
QfinrWeb, Mobile
Seeking AlphaWeb, Mobile
Categories
Qfinr8
Seeking Alpha19
Pricing details

Tool

Qfinr

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

SubscriptionSubscription

Tool

Seeking Alpha

$24.92/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

BasicFree
Premium (Monthly)$29.99/mo
Premium (Annual)$299/yr
PROSubscription
Alpha Picks$499/yr
Category leaders
PortfolioSeeking Alpha
NewsSeeking Alpha
AlertsSeeking Alpha
FinancialsSeeking Alpha
TranscriptsSeeking Alpha
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeQfinrSeeking Alpha
Asset types
StocksETFsMutual FundsBondsCommoditiesOther
StocksETFsMutual FundsCommoditiesCryptos
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
Not specifiedNot specified
Data freshness
End of Day
Real-time15-min Delayed
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
Not specified
ExcelPDF

Coverage overlap

Shared categories5

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Qfinr and Seeking Alpha?

Qfinr focuses on Portfolio, Watchlist, and Backtesting while Seeking Alpha specializes in News, Alerts, and Calendar. They overlap in 5 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is Qfinr or Seeking Alpha free to use?

Seeking Alpha offers a free tier that lets you get started without paying, while Qfinr requires a subscription. If budget is a concern, start with Seeking Alpha and upgrade later if you need more advanced features.

Should I choose Qfinr or Seeking Alpha?

Choose Qfinr if you need Multi-country, multi-asset portfolio tracking and analysis covering stocks, bonds, ETFs, mutual funds, commodities, and deposits., and Portfolio import via manual entry, Excel/CSV templates, or statements from Indian custodians and brokers, including CAMS, KFintech, NSDL, CDSL, Zerodha, HDFC Securities, ICICI Securities, and Kotak Securities.. Go with Seeking Alpha if Real-time financial news and market-moving analysis with alerting controls (content + ratings/price + portfolio digests)., and Portfolio tracker supports manual lot entry (shares, price, date, transaction type) and downloads/export to Excel (.xlsx). better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do Qfinr and Seeking Alpha cover?

Both cover Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, and Commodities. Qfinr also includes Bonds, and Other. Seeking Alpha adds coverage for Cryptos.

Does Qfinr or Seeking Alpha have real-time data?

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

Can I export data from Qfinr and Seeking Alpha?

Seeking Alpha supports data exports to Excel, and PDF. Qfinr has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—Qfinr or Seeking Alpha?

Both Qfinr and Seeking Alpha include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

Can I track my portfolio with Qfinr or Seeking Alpha?

Both platforms include portfolio tracking, so you can monitor your holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.

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