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Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Tool Comparison
SEC.gov (EDGAR) vs Stocknear comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
SEC.gov (EDGAR)
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Comparison highlights
- Tool score: the chart below shows community vote sentiment over the last 8 weeks. Use it as a signal, not a verdict.
- Overlap: both cover Insider Data, 13F, and Alerts.
- Coverage tilt: SEC.gov (EDGAR) has 3 categories you won't get in Stocknear; Stocknear has 18 unique categories.
- Pricing: SEC.gov (EDGAR) is Free; Stocknear is Free, Subscription.
Category leaders
- Screeners: Stocknear is tagged for this workflow; SEC.gov (EDGAR) has no category votes yet.
- Watchlist: Stocknear is tagged for this workflow; SEC.gov (EDGAR) has no category votes yet.
- News: Stocknear is tagged for this workflow; SEC.gov (EDGAR) has no category votes yet.
- Data Visualizations: Stocknear is tagged for this workflow; SEC.gov (EDGAR) has no category votes yet.
Vote sentiment comparison
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Side-by-side metrics
| Attribute | SEC.gov (EDGAR) | Stocknear |
|---|---|---|
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Funds | Stocks, ETFs, Options |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web, API | Web |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free | Free, Subscription |
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Yes | Not yet |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Highlighted | Standard listing |
Coverage overlap
SEC.gov (EDGAR) strengths
Categories covered by SEC.gov (EDGAR) but not Stocknear.
Stocknear strengths
Categories covered by Stocknear but not SEC.gov (EDGAR).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do SEC.gov (EDGAR) and Stocknear both support?
Both platforms cover Insider Data, 13F, and Alerts workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do SEC.gov (EDGAR) and Stocknear require subscriptions?
Both SEC.gov (EDGAR) and Stocknear keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
How can you access SEC.gov (EDGAR) and Stocknear?
Both SEC.gov (EDGAR) and Stocknear prioritize web or desktop access. Investors wanting a mobile-first workflow may need to rely on responsive web views.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
SEC.gov (EDGAR) differentiates itself with Search Filings provides free public access to EDGAR documents and search tools (e.g., Full Text Search, Latest Filings, Mutual Fund Search)., 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)., and Latest Filings provides a real-time listing of filings as they are submitted; SEC recommends Latest Filings + RSS for near-real-time access and notes EDGAR filing email alerts are not offered (RSS instead)., whereas Stocknear stands out for Ticker pages with tabs for Financials, Statistics, Business Metrics, Forecasts, Dark Pool, Options, Insider, Dividends, and History., Real-time options flow feed and unusual activity; options chains available (OPRA-sourced)., and Dark pool & off-exchange trade tape (15‑minute delay)..
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