Quartr adds Transcripts, Improved Filings, AI, AI Chat, Alerts, APIs & SDKs, Webhooks, and Watchlist coverage that U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) skips.
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Quartr vs U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) includes Inflation Rates, Unemployment Rates, and Education categories that Quartr omits.
Quartr highlights: Stream live earnings calls with real-time transcripts—instant coverage as events happen., Centralizes IR material from 13,000+ companies across 27 markets: events, filings, reports, and slide decks, all searchable in one place., and AI chat over transcripts, filings, and slides, with every answer fully source-traceable back to the original document..
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is known for: Public Data API v2: JSON and Excel (.xlsx) output; single or batched series; optional calculations, annual averages, aspects & catalog metadata for registered users., Usage limits (v2): up to 50 series per query, up to 20 years per query, ~50 requests per 10 seconds; daily cap 500 queries (registered) or 25 (unregistered)., and Data Tools: Series Report (direct series ID lookup), Top Picks, One‑screen/Multi‑screen table builders, Data Finder, charts for news releases, CPI Inflation Calculator..
Quartr
quartr.com
Editor’s pick Hands-on review
Quartr brings together earnings calls, transcripts, filings, reports, and slides into one platform. The free mobile app is consumer-friendly, while Quartr Pro (desktop) and the API are enterprise products sold on a custom basis. The API is generous—paying customers get effectively unlimited calls, demo accounts are capped, and a 50 rps global rate limit goes into effect in December 2025. Live audio and transcripts are delivered in real time, making it a go-to tool for analysts who don’t want to wait.
Platforms
Web
Mobile
API
Pricing
Free
Subscription
Quick highlights
- Stream live earnings calls with real-time transcripts—instant coverage as events happen.
- Centralizes IR material from 13,000+ companies across 27 markets: events, filings, reports, and slide decks, all searchable in one place.
- AI chat over transcripts, filings, and slides, with every answer fully source-traceable back to the original document.
- Search across transcripts, filings, and slides to track narrative shifts, compare language, and follow how management decks evolve over time.
- Earnings calendar with granular filters, calendar sync, and live alerts when calls go on air—plus keyword-based alerts.
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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
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Primary U.S. source for official labor‑market, inflation and productivity statistics. Offers a free Public Data API (v2) with JSON/XLSX responses, extensive web data tools (Series Report, Top Picks, Data Finder), and an official release calendar with RSS/iCal. Coverage spans CPI/PPI/Import‑Export prices, Employment Situation (payrolls & unemployment rate), JOLTS, ECI, productivity, QCEW and more. Registered API users get higher limits and can request calculations and catalog metadata.
Platforms
Web
API
Mobile
Pricing
Free
Quick highlights
- Public Data API v2: JSON and Excel (.xlsx) output; single or batched series; optional calculations, annual averages, aspects & catalog metadata for registered users.
- Usage limits (v2): up to 50 series per query, up to 20 years per query, ~50 requests per 10 seconds; daily cap 500 queries (registered) or 25 (unregistered).
- Data Tools: Series Report (direct series ID lookup), Top Picks, One‑screen/Multi‑screen table builders, Data Finder, charts for news releases, CPI Inflation Calculator.
- Official release schedules & feeds: per‑release pages (e.g., Employment Situation) show dates/times (typically 8:30 a.m. ET); global calendar with RSS and iCal (ICS) subscription.
- Mobile: “BLS Local Data” app for iOS/Android surfaces local labor market stats (states, metros, counties) and includes QCEW content.
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Overlap
Shared focus areas
2 overlapsMutual strengths include Calendar, and Data APIs.
Where they differ
Quartr
Distinct strengths include:
- Stream live earnings calls with real-time transcripts—instant coverage as events happen.
- Centralizes IR material from 13,000+ companies across 27 markets: events, filings, reports, and slide decks, all searchable in one place.
- AI chat over transcripts, filings, and slides, with every answer fully source-traceable back to the original document.
- Search across transcripts, filings, and slides to track narrative shifts, compare language, and follow how management decks evolve over time.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
Distinct strengths include:
- Public Data API v2: JSON and Excel (.xlsx) output; single or batched series; optional calculations, annual averages, aspects & catalog metadata for registered users.
- Usage limits (v2): up to 50 series per query, up to 20 years per query, ~50 requests per 10 seconds; daily cap 500 queries (registered) or 25 (unregistered).
- Data Tools: Series Report (direct series ID lookup), Top Picks, One‑screen/Multi‑screen table builders, Data Finder, charts for news releases, CPI Inflation Calculator.
- Official release schedules & feeds: per‑release pages (e.g., Employment Situation) show dates/times (typically 8:30 a.m. ET); global calendar with RSS and iCal (ICS) subscription.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
| Attribute | Quartr | U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) |
|---|---|---|
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: Calendar, Data APIs Unique: Transcripts, Improved Filings, AI, AI Chat, Alerts, APIs & SDKs, Webhooks, Watchlist | Shared: Calendar, Data APIs Unique: Inflation Rates, Unemployment Rates, Education |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks | Other |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web, Mobile, API | Web, API, Mobile |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free, Subscription | Free |
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor | Unique
| Unique
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Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Yes | Not yet |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Highlighted | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do Quartr and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) both support?
Both platforms cover Calendar, and Data APIs workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do Quartr and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) require subscriptions?
Both Quartr and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
How can you access Quartr and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)?
Both Quartr and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) support web and mobile access, making it easy to keep tabs on research away from the desk.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
Quartr differentiates itself with Stream live earnings calls with real-time transcripts—instant coverage as events happen., Centralizes IR material from 13,000+ companies across 27 markets: events, filings, reports, and slide decks, all searchable in one place., and AI chat over transcripts, filings, and slides, with every answer fully source-traceable back to the original document., whereas U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) stands out for Public Data API v2: JSON and Excel (.xlsx) output; single or batched series; optional calculations, annual averages, aspects & catalog metadata for registered users., Usage limits (v2): up to 50 series per query, up to 20 years per query, ~50 requests per 10 seconds; daily cap 500 queries (registered) or 25 (unregistered)., and Data Tools: Series Report (direct series ID lookup), Top Picks, One‑screen/Multi‑screen table builders, Data Finder, charts for news releases, CPI Inflation Calculator..
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