Who this is for
- You currently run most scans in free tools and then manually check charts.
- You miss setups because your scanner is not fast enough for intraday changes.
- You want simple setup without losing control over your filters and alert logic.
ChartsWatcher vs Finviz
Looking for a Finviz Alternative Built for Active Day Traders?
ChartsWatcher helps you move from static scans to real-time market monitoring with custom alerts, filters, and trade-ready dashboards.
ChartsWatcherFree plan available
FinvizFree (delayed) / Elite from $39.50/mo
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Side by side
The details.
All in one view.
Compare the features that shape your daily workflow in ChartsWatcher and Finviz.
| What matters to you | ChartsWatcher | Finviz |
|---|---|---|
| Scanning & Alerts | ||
| Real-time streaming scanner | Available | Elite only |
| Custom multi-condition alerts | Available | Not available |
| Audio/visual alert notifications | Available | Not available |
| Configurable toplist windows | Available | Available |
| Workspace & Workflow | ||
| Custom multi-panel dashboards | Available | Partial |
| Strategy-specific layouts | Available | Partial |
| Integrated chart + news + scanner | Available | Partial |
| Free plan available | Available | Available |
| External Linking | Available | Not available |
A closer look
What changes
in your workflow?
Finviz is a snapshot screener; ChartsWatcher streams alerts in real time.
No custom alert logic or push notifications in Finviz — ChartsWatcher has both.
ChartsWatcher offers configurable tile-based dashboards; Finviz has a fixed layout.
Both offer free tiers, but ChartsWatcher's free plan includes real-time data.
Current setup friction
- Static views can lag behind real intraday momentum.
- Too much manual tab-switching between screener, chart, and news.
- High noise level from broad scan results without your own prioritization.
How ChartsWatcher helps
- Create custom real-time alerts tied to your exact entry and exit logic.
- Use a single workspace for alerts, toplists, charting, and news context.
- Organize multiple dashboards for open, mid-day, and close workflows.
Put it into practice
Your workflow, in three steps.
Define your scan filters
Set up price, volume, momentum, and news filters that match your setup criteria.
Route signals into alert tiles
Watch only high-priority candidates in focused alert windows instead of full market noise.
Validate and execute faster
Review alerts with chart and news tiles in the same layout to make quicker decisions.
Inside the workspace
Why traders switch.
- Built for active intraday workflows, not only screening snapshots.
- Less context switching with integrated chart, watchlist, and alert workflows.
- Start with a free plan and scale features as your process matures.
Alerts
Watch for the conditions that define your strategy. Combine alert types with price, volume, float, and technical filters, then let audio and visual signals bring matching stocks to your attention.
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A tour of your
next workspace.
Follow the ChartsWatcher tutorial to see the dashboard and trading workflow in action.
Good to know
Your questions,
answered.
Can I start without paying?
Yes. You can start on the free plan and upgrade only if you need more screens, configs, or advanced limits.
Is ChartsWatcher only for advanced traders?
No. The platform is flexible for advanced users, but the setup is simple enough for traders upgrading from free tools.
Can I scan the full market in real time?
Yes. You can monitor broad universes and narrow alerts with custom rules to focus on tradeable opportunities.
Does ChartsWatcher replace charting tools?
It is designed as a scanner-first workflow that includes charting context. Many users consolidate parts of their existing setup.
Is this investment advice?
No. ChartsWatcher provides tools and data for analysis. Trading decisions remain your responsibility.
Make it your own
Upgrade your scanner workflow without upfront cost
Use the free plan to test your strategy setup in a real-time environment.
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