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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Friday, February 13, 2026

Tool Comparison

SEC API (sec-api.io) vs WhaleWisdom comparison

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

SEC API (sec-api.io) logo

SEC API (sec-api.io)

sec-api.io

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
Editor's pickHands-on review
WhaleWisdom logo

WhaleWisdom

whalewisdom.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
Top 50 Investing ToolsThe global ranking of the best investing tools, ranked by community votes.

At a glance

Platforms
SEC API (sec-api.io)Web, API
WhaleWisdomWeb, API
Categories
SEC API (sec-api.io)9
WhaleWisdom4
Pricing details

Tool

SEC API (sec-api.io)

$55/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Free TierFree
Personal & Startups$55/mo
Business (Internal Use)$239/mo
Enterprise & InstitutionsSubscription

Tool

WhaleWisdom

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
PremiumSubscription
APISubscription
Category leaders
Stock IdeasWhaleWisdom
FinancialsSEC API (sec-api.io)
Insider DataSEC API (sec-api.io)
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeSEC API (sec-api.io)WhaleWisdom
Asset types
StocksETFsMutual FundsFunds
StocksETFs
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North America
Data freshness
Real-time
Not specified
API access
RESTWebSocket
REST
Export formats
JSONPDF
CSV

Coverage overlap

Shared categories1

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

SEC API (sec-api.io) strengths8

Categories covered by SEC API (sec-api.io) only.

WhaleWisdom strengths3

Categories covered by WhaleWisdom only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between SEC API (sec-api.io) and WhaleWisdom?

SEC API (sec-api.io) focuses on Data APIs, Regulatory Filings Monitoring, and Insider Data while WhaleWisdom specializes in Institutional Data, 13F, and Investor Holdings. They overlap in 1 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do SEC API (sec-api.io) and WhaleWisdom cost?

Good news—both SEC API (sec-api.io) and WhaleWisdom offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Do SEC API (sec-api.io) and WhaleWisdom 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 SEC API (sec-api.io) or WhaleWisdom?

Choose SEC API (sec-api.io) if you need Comprehensive API endpoints: query, full-text search, real-time streaming via WebSocket, download/PDF generator, XBRL-to-JSON conversion, and section extractors for 10-K/10-Q/8-K filings., and Specialized form coverage including ADV, insider filings (Forms 3/4/5), 13F, 13D/G, Form 144, IPO registrations (S-1, 424B4), crowdfunding (Form C, Form D), Reg A filings, and fund reports (N-PORT, N-PX, N-CEN).. Go with WhaleWisdom if Rank hedge fund managers by performance, risk-adjusted returns, and recent filings., and Pull 13F, 13D/G, insider trades, and sector exposures into custom portfolios and alerts. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do SEC API (sec-api.io) and WhaleWisdom cover?

Both cover Stocks, and ETFs. SEC API (sec-api.io) also includes Mutual Funds, and Funds.

Does SEC API (sec-api.io) or WhaleWisdom have real-time data?

SEC API (sec-api.io) offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. WhaleWisdom 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 SEC API (sec-api.io) and WhaleWisdom?

WhaleWisdom supports data exports to CSV. SEC API (sec-api.io) has more limited export options.

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