VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

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Sunday, January 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

Benzinga vs FlightAware comparison

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

Benzinga logo

Benzinga

benzinga.com

PricingFree, Subscription, Other
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, API
FlightAware logo

FlightAware

flightaware.com

PricingFree, Subscription, One-time
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, API
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At a glance

Platforms
BenzingaWeb, Mobile, API
FlightAwareWeb, Mobile, API
Categories
Benzinga23
FlightAware5
Pricing details
BenzingaFlightAware
Free tier
Free trial14 days
Starting price$27.97/mo
Enterprise option
Available plansBasic, Streamlined, Essential, Unusual Options Activity Add-on, High Beta Squawk Add-on, APIs & LicensingFree, Premium Subscriptions, FlightAware Global, AeroAPI (v4), Rapid Reports
Category leaders
ScreenersBenzinga
WatchlistBenzinga
NewsBenzinga
AlertsTied
DividendsBenzinga
FinancialsBenzinga
Insider DataBenzinga
TranscriptsBenzinga
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BenzingaFlightAware

Platform details

AttributeBenzingaFlightAware
Asset types
StocksOptionsFuturesCryptos
Other
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
Not specified
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
Data freshness
Real-timeStreaming15-min Delayed
StreamingReal-time
API access
RESTWebSocket
REST
Export formats
CSV
JSON

Coverage overlap

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Benzinga and FlightAware?

Benzinga focuses on News, Alerts, and News Sentiment while FlightAware specializes in Data APIs, APIs & SDKs, and Data Visualizations. They overlap in 3 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do Benzinga and FlightAware cost?

Good news—both Benzinga and FlightAware offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Do Benzinga and FlightAware have APIs?

Yes, both platforms offer API access for developers and quants who want to build custom integrations or automate their workflows.

Should I choose Benzinga or FlightAware?

Choose Benzinga if you need Benzinga Pro newsfeed for active traders with customizable filters, real-time notifications, and a price sentiment engine; includes “Why Is It Moving” (WIIM) one-sentence explanations., and Alerts: browser/desktop notifications, sound alerts, and email notifications; alerts can be customized by tool (e.g., Newsfeed, Signals, Watchlists).. Go with FlightAware if Live flight tracking and flight-status pages with dedicated views for cancellations and delays, plus the signature MiseryMap® for U.S. air traffic disruptions., and Premium subscriptions unlock unlimited flight alerts and access to three, five, or eight months of historical flight data. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do Benzinga and FlightAware cover?

Both cover common asset types. Benzinga also includes Stocks, Options, Futures, and Cryptos. FlightAware adds coverage for Other.

Do Benzinga and FlightAware 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 Benzinga and FlightAware?

Benzinga supports data exports to CSV. FlightAware has more limited export options.

Is Benzinga or FlightAware better for day trading?

Benzinga is built with active traders in mind, offering features like real-time data and technical analysis. FlightAware is better suited for buy-and-hold investors focused on fundamentals.

Which has a better stock screener—Benzinga or FlightAware?

Benzinga includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. FlightAware focuses on other analytical tools.

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