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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Thursday, February 19, 2026

Tool Comparison

StockCharts vs The Earnings Watcher comparison

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

StockCharts logo

StockCharts

stockcharts.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
The Earnings Watcher logo

The Earnings Watcher

theearningswatcher.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb
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At a glance

Platforms
StockChartsWeb, Mobile
The Earnings WatcherWeb
Categories
StockCharts9
The Earnings Watcher3
Pricing details

Tool

StockCharts

$19.95/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial30 days

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Basic$19.95/mo
Extra$29.95/mo
PRO$49.95/mo

Tool

The Earnings Watcher

$3.25/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Pro$39/yr

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Platform details

AttributeStockChartsThe Earnings Watcher
Asset types
StocksETFsMutual FundsOptionsCommoditiesCryptos
Stocks
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediate
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPAC
North America
Data freshness
Real-time15-min DelayedEnd of Day
Not specified
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
CSVImage
Not specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories3

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

StockCharts strengths6

Categories covered by StockCharts only.

The Earnings Watcher strengths0

Categories covered by The Earnings Watcher only.

No unique categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between StockCharts and The Earnings Watcher?

StockCharts focuses on Screeners, Data Visualizations, and Alerts while The Earnings Watcher specializes in Alerts, Calendar, and Watchlist. They overlap in 3 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do StockCharts and The Earnings Watcher cost?

Good news—both StockCharts and The Earnings Watcher offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Which is better for beginners—StockCharts or The Earnings Watcher?

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

Can I use StockCharts or The Earnings Watcher on my phone?

StockCharts has a mobile app so you can check your research on the go. The Earnings Watcher is web-only, so you'll need a browser to access it from mobile devices.

Should I choose StockCharts or The Earnings Watcher?

Choose StockCharts if you need Tiered pricing: Basic $19.95, Extra $29.95, PRO $49.95. Limits scale by tier (ChartLists: 1/250/500; Custom Scans: 1/200/500; Scheduled Scans: 0/10/25; Price Alerts: 2/200/500; Advanced Alerts: 1/100/250). Auto-refresh every 15s (Basic/Extra) or 5s (PRO)., and Real-time data: free US BATS quotes; official real-time add-ons available for NYSE, NASDAQ, TSX/TSX-V, and LSE. Other markets are 15-minute delayed.. Go with The Earnings Watcher if Email alerts for US-listed companies; international listings are not supported., and Unlimited tracking: monitor any number of companies. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do StockCharts and The Earnings Watcher cover?

Both cover Stocks. StockCharts also includes ETFs, Mutual Funds, Options, Commodities, and Cryptos.

Does StockCharts or The Earnings Watcher have real-time data?

StockCharts offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. The Earnings Watcher 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 StockCharts and The Earnings Watcher?

StockCharts supports data exports to CSV, and Image. The Earnings Watcher has more limited export options.

Can StockCharts or The Earnings Watcher connect to my broker?

StockCharts connects with brokers for portfolio syncing. The Earnings Watcher requires manual portfolio entry or data import.

Which has a better stock screener—StockCharts or The Earnings Watcher?

StockCharts includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. The Earnings Watcher focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with StockCharts or The Earnings Watcher?

StockCharts offers portfolio tracking features. The Earnings Watcher is more focused on research and analysis.

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