Comparison
Comparison
Fidelity vs Schwab
Evaluate sync reliability, refresh speed, and workflow fit side by side to choose the right connection for your setup.
Fidelity
Fidelity portfolio tracker
Schwab
Schwab portfolio tracker
| Metric | Fidelity | Schwab | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connection source | Plaid institution sync | Plaid institution sync | Use provider type to set expectations on data latency and coverage. |
| Estimated sync reliability | 95.0% | 95.0% | Higher sync success reduces manual reconnect and support overhead. |
| Estimated availability | 96.0% | 96.0% | Availability captures consistency of successful background refreshes. |
| Median refresh latency | ~8 min median | ~8 min median | Lower median sync delay improves recency for verification workflows. |
| Best-fit workflows | Spending Analysis + Balance Verification | Spending Analysis + Balance Verification | Map institution pages to operational workflows, not just feature lists. |
Shared workflow fit
- Spending Analysis
- Balance Verification
- Loan Underwriting