VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Tool Comparison

SEC.gov (EDGAR) vs Stockcircle comparison

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

SEC.gov (EDGAR) logo

SEC.gov (EDGAR)

sec.gov

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

Stockcircle

stockcircle.com

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

At a glance

Platforms
SEC.gov (EDGAR)Web, API
StockcircleWeb
Categories
SEC.gov (EDGAR)6
Stockcircle13
Pricing details

Tool

SEC.gov (EDGAR)

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree

Tool

Stockcircle

$8.25/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Pro (Monthly)$16.49/mo
Pro (Annual)$99/yr

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Platform details

AttributeSEC.gov (EDGAR)Stockcircle
Asset types
StocksETFsMutual FundsFunds
StocksETFsBondsOther
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediate
Regions
North America
Not specified
Data freshness
Real-time
Not specified
API access
REST
Not specified
Export formats
JSON
Not specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories3

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

SEC.gov (EDGAR) strengths3

Categories covered by SEC.gov (EDGAR) only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between SEC.gov (EDGAR) and Stockcircle?

SEC.gov (EDGAR) focuses on Improved Filings, Insider Data, and 13F while Stockcircle specializes in Investor Holdings, 13F, and Insider Data. They overlap in 3 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do SEC.gov (EDGAR) and Stockcircle cost?

Good news—both SEC.gov (EDGAR) and Stockcircle offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Which is better for beginners—SEC.gov (EDGAR) or Stockcircle?

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

Does SEC.gov (EDGAR) or Stockcircle have an API?

SEC.gov (EDGAR) provides API access for programmatic data retrieval and custom integrations. Stockcircle doesn't currently offer an API, so you'll need to use their web interface.

Should I choose SEC.gov (EDGAR) or Stockcircle?

Choose SEC.gov (EDGAR) if you need 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).. Go with Stockcircle if Tracks "investment guru" holdings and transactions using SEC-reported data (Form 13F + insider Forms 3/4) and provides holdings lists + transaction history., and Shows estimated purchase prices for guru transactions (based on average stock price in the reporting period). better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do SEC.gov (EDGAR) and Stockcircle cover?

Both cover Stocks, and ETFs. SEC.gov (EDGAR) also includes Mutual Funds, and Funds. Stockcircle adds coverage for Bonds, and Other.

Does SEC.gov (EDGAR) or Stockcircle have real-time data?

SEC.gov (EDGAR) offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. Stockcircle 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—SEC.gov (EDGAR) or Stockcircle?

Stockcircle includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. SEC.gov (EDGAR) focuses on other analytical tools.

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