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Tool Comparison

Seeking Alpha vs StockAlert Pro comparison

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

Seeking Alpha logo

Seeking Alpha

seekingalpha.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
Editor's pickHands-on review
StockAlert Pro logo

StockAlert Pro

stockalert.pro

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
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At a glance

Platforms
Seeking AlphaWeb, Mobile
StockAlert ProWeb, API
Categories
Seeking Alpha19
StockAlert Pro12
Pricing details

Tool

Seeking Alpha

$24.92/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

BasicFree
Premium (Monthly)$29.99/mo
Premium (Annual)$299/yr
PROSubscription
Alpha Picks$499/yr

Tool

StockAlert Pro

$14.99/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

BasicFree
Premium (Monthly)$14.99/mo
Category leaders
PortfolioSeeking Alpha
NewsSeeking Alpha
AlertsTied
DividendsStockAlert Pro
FinancialsSeeking Alpha
Data VisualizationsStockAlert Pro
TranscriptsSeeking Alpha
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeSeeking AlphaStockAlert Pro
Asset types
StocksETFsMutual FundsCommoditiesCryptos
StocksETFs
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
Not specified
North AmericaEurope
Data freshness
Real-time15-min Delayed
15-min DelayedEnd of Day
API access
Not specified
REST
Export formats
ExcelPDF
JSON

Coverage overlap

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Seeking Alpha and StockAlert Pro?

Seeking Alpha focuses on News, Alerts, and Calendar while StockAlert Pro specializes in Alerts, Calendar, and Dividends. They overlap in 5 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do Seeking Alpha and StockAlert Pro cost?

Good news—both Seeking Alpha and StockAlert Pro offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Can I use Seeking Alpha or StockAlert Pro on my phone?

Seeking Alpha has a mobile app so you can check your research on the go. StockAlert Pro is web-only, so you'll need a browser to access it from mobile devices.

Does Seeking Alpha or StockAlert Pro have an API?

StockAlert Pro provides API access for programmatic data retrieval and custom integrations. Seeking Alpha doesn't currently offer an API, so you'll need to use their web interface.

Should I choose Seeking Alpha or StockAlert Pro?

Choose Seeking Alpha if you need Real-time financial news and market-moving analysis with alerting controls (content + ratings/price + portfolio digests)., and Portfolio tracker supports manual lot entry (shares, price, date, transaction type) and downloads/export to Excel (.xlsx).. Go with StockAlert Pro if 21 alert types across price, technical (MA crosses, RSI), volume, fundamentals (P/E & forward P/E), dividends (ex‑date/payment), and time‑based reminders., and Minute‑by‑minute monitoring during regular, pre‑market, and after‑hours sessions; notifications within seconds when conditions are met. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do Seeking Alpha and StockAlert Pro cover?

Both cover Stocks, and ETFs. Seeking Alpha also includes Mutual Funds, Commodities, and Cryptos.

Does Seeking Alpha or StockAlert Pro have real-time data?

Seeking Alpha offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. StockAlert Pro 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 Seeking Alpha and StockAlert Pro?

Seeking Alpha supports data exports to Excel, and PDF. StockAlert Pro has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—Seeking Alpha or StockAlert Pro?

Both Seeking Alpha and StockAlert Pro include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

Can I track my portfolio with Seeking Alpha or StockAlert Pro?

Seeking Alpha offers portfolio tracking features. StockAlert Pro is more focused on research and analysis.

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