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Born To Sell Alternative: Modern Covered Call Scanning

Trade the same winning strategies with a faster interface, backtested data, and multi-strategy support

Born To Sell has been a go-to covered call scanner for years, but its interface hasn't kept pace with modern trading tools. DaysToExpiry gives you everything Born To Sell does for covered calls, plus multi-strategy scanning, backtested performance data, and a modern interface that loads instantly. Same strategies, better experience.

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Problem

Legacy Tools Are Slow and Limited

Dated Interface — Feels like 2010 with slow page loads and clunky navigation

Limited to Covered Calls — No support for cash-secured puts, spreads, or diagonal strategies

No Backtested Data — Current opportunities only, no historical performance context

Premium Price — $59.99/month for basic functionality without modern features

Solution

A Modern Platform Built for Today's Traders

Lightning-Fast Scan Interface

Results in seconds, not minutes

Multi-Strategy Support

Covered calls, CSPs, spreads, and diagonals in one place

Backtested Data

Historical performance shows what actually works

IBKR Integration

Direct sync with Interactive Brokers for seamless workflow

Modern Responsive Design

Works beautifully on desktop, tablet, and mobile

Better Value

More features at a competitive price point

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How it works

Get started in 3 simple steps

1

Import Your Watchlists

Upload via CSV or connect your IBKR account for automatic position sync

2

Scan with Modern Filters

Filter by return, downside protection, DTE, and backtested assignment rates

3

Trade with Confidence

Execute with historical data backing your decisions across multiple strategies

Key Metrics

Migration Time

< 15 min

Scan Speed

< 3 sec

Strategies Supported

6+

Traders Migrated

500+

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about getting started

Is DaysToExpiry a true Born To Sell alternative for covered call scanning?

Yes. DaysToExpiry includes all the core covered call scanning features Born To Sell offers—IV rank filtering, return on investment calculations, downside protection metrics, and watchlist management. Plus you get multi-strategy support, backtested data, and a modern interface. Many Born To Sell users have already made the switch.

Can I import my Born To Sell watchlists and positions?

Absolutely. You can import watchlists via CSV, and if you use Interactive Brokers, our direct integration syncs your positions automatically. Most traders are up and running within 15 minutes of switching from Born To Sell.

How does pricing compare to Born To Sell?

Born To Sell charges $59.99/month for covered call scanning only. DaysToExpiry offers covered calls plus cash-secured puts, credit spreads, and more at a competitive monthly rate—with annual plans that provide significant savings. Start with our free trial to compare before committing.

Will I lose any features switching from Born To Sell?

No—you gain features. You get everything Born To Sell offers for covered calls, plus additional strategies, backtested data, faster scans, and modern portfolio management. The only thing you might miss is the dated interface.

Is there a learning curve when switching?

Minimal. If you know how to use Born To Sell, you already know how to use our covered call scanner. The interface is more intuitive, and many traders find it easier to navigate. Plus, our support team can help with migration if needed.

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