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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

StockCharts vs Zacks (Zacks.com) 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
Zacks (Zacks.com) logo

Zacks (Zacks.com)

zacks.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
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At a glance

Platforms
StockChartsWeb, Mobile
Zacks (Zacks.com)Web, Mobile
Categories
StockCharts9
Zacks (Zacks.com)14
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

Zacks (Zacks.com)

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial30 days

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
PremiumSubscription
UltimateSubscription
Investor CollectionSubscription
Category leaders
NewsZacks (Zacks.com)
AlertsTied
TranscriptsZacks (Zacks.com)
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Platform details

AttributeStockChartsZacks (Zacks.com)
Asset types
StocksETFsMutual FundsOptionsCommoditiesCryptos
StocksETFsMutual Funds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPAC
North AmericaEurope
Data freshness
Real-time15-min DelayedEnd of Day
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
CSVImage
Not specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories6

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

StockCharts strengths3

Categories covered by StockCharts only.

Zacks (Zacks.com) strengths8

Categories covered by Zacks (Zacks.com) only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between StockCharts and Zacks (Zacks.com)?

StockCharts focuses on Screeners, Data Visualizations, and Alerts while Zacks (Zacks.com) specializes in Screeners, ETF Screeners, and Watchlist. They overlap in 6 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do StockCharts and Zacks (Zacks.com) cost?

Good news—both StockCharts and Zacks (Zacks.com) offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Should I choose StockCharts or Zacks (Zacks.com)?

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 Zacks (Zacks.com) if Zacks Rank system (#1–#5) and Zacks Industry Rank shown on company pages., and Style Scores across Value, Growth, and Momentum factors. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do StockCharts and Zacks (Zacks.com) cover?

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

Do StockCharts and Zacks (Zacks.com) offer real-time data?

Yes, both platforms provide real-time market data. This makes either suitable for active trading strategies where timing matters.

Can I export data from StockCharts and Zacks (Zacks.com)?

StockCharts supports data exports to CSV, and Image. Zacks (Zacks.com) has more limited export options.

Can StockCharts or Zacks (Zacks.com) connect to my broker?

StockCharts connects with brokers for portfolio syncing. Zacks (Zacks.com) requires manual portfolio entry or data import.

Which has a better stock screener—StockCharts or Zacks (Zacks.com)?

Both StockCharts and Zacks (Zacks.com) include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

Can I track my portfolio with StockCharts or Zacks (Zacks.com)?

Both platforms include portfolio tracking, so you can monitor your holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.

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