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Tool Comparison
SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) vs SEC.gov (EDGAR) comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)
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Platform details
| Attribute | SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) | SEC.gov (EDGAR) |
|---|---|---|
Asset types | StocksETFsMutual FundsClosed-End FundsBondsHedge FundsPrivate FundsReal EstateFunds | StocksETFsMutual FundsFunds |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Regions | North America | North America |
Data freshness | Real-timeEnd of Day | Real-time |
API access | REST | REST |
Export formats | JSONXMLPDF | JSON |
Coverage overlap
Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.
Categories covered by SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) and SEC.gov (EDGAR)?
SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) focuses on Regulatory Filings Monitoring, IPO, and Secondary Offerings while SEC.gov (EDGAR) specializes in Improved Filings, Insider Data, and 13F. They overlap in 5 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.
How much do SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) and SEC.gov (EDGAR) cost?
Good news—both SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) and SEC.gov (EDGAR) offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.
Do SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) and SEC.gov (EDGAR) 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 EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) or SEC.gov (EDGAR)?
Choose SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) if you need Full‑Text Search (since 2001) with fielded filters: word/phrase, company/ticker/CIK/person, filing category/types, filed date ranges, ‘principal executive offices in’ and ‘incorporated in’., and ‘Latest Filings’ list shows filings as they are submitted (with RSS for any filter; ownership Forms 3/4/5 can be included/excluded/only).. Go with SEC.gov (EDGAR) if Search Filings provides free public access to EDGAR documents and search tools (e.g., Full Text Search, Latest Filings, Mutual Fund Search)., and EDGAR Full-Text Search covers electronic filings since 2001 (including exhibits/attachments) and supports queries by keyword, ticker, company name, CIK, and reporter; boolean/wildcards and advanced search are supported (natural-language search is not). better fits how you invest.
What asset classes do SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) and SEC.gov (EDGAR) cover?
Both cover Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, and Funds. SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) also includes Closed-End Funds, Bonds, Hedge Funds, Private Funds, and Real Estate.
Do SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) and SEC.gov (EDGAR) offer real-time data?
Yes, both platforms provide real-time market data. This makes either suitable for active trading strategies where timing matters.
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