VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Saturday, January 17, 2026

Tool Comparison

CME FedWatch vs FlightAware comparison

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

CME FedWatch logo

CME FedWatch

cmegroup.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
FlightAware logo

FlightAware

flightaware.com

PricingFree, Subscription, One-time
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, API
Top 50 Investing ToolsThe global ranking of the best investing tools, ranked by community votes.

At a glance

Platforms
CME FedWatchWeb, API
FlightAwareWeb, Mobile, API
Categories
CME FedWatch4
FlightAware5
Pricing details
CME FedWatchFlightAware
Free tier
Free trial
Starting price$25/mo
Enterprise option
Available plansWeb Tool, FedWatch End-of-Day API, FedWatch Intraday APIFree, Premium Subscriptions, FlightAware Global, AeroAPI (v4), Rapid Reports

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CME FedWatchFlightAware

Platform details

AttributeCME FedWatchFlightAware
Asset types
Futures
Other
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
Data freshness
Real-timeEnd of Day
StreamingReal-time
API access
REST
REST
Export formats
ExcelPDF
JSON

Coverage overlap

Shared categories2

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

CME FedWatch strengths2

Categories covered by CME FedWatch only.

FlightAware strengths3

Categories covered by FlightAware only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between CME FedWatch and FlightAware?

CME FedWatch focuses on Central Bank Watcher, Interest Rates, and Data APIs while FlightAware specializes in Data APIs, APIs & SDKs, and Data Visualizations. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do CME FedWatch and FlightAware cost?

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

Can I use CME FedWatch or FlightAware on my phone?

FlightAware has a mobile app so you can check your research on the go. CME FedWatch is web-only, so you'll need a browser to access it from mobile devices.

Do CME FedWatch 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 CME FedWatch or FlightAware?

Choose CME FedWatch if you need Web tool shows probabilities of FOMC target rate changes for upcoming meetings, implied by 30‑Day Fed Funds futures prices (CME: “CME FedWatch”)., and Free tool listed among CME interest‑rate “free pricing and analytics tools.”. 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 CME FedWatch and FlightAware cover?

Both cover common asset types. CME FedWatch also includes Futures. FlightAware adds coverage for Other.

Do CME FedWatch 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 CME FedWatch and FlightAware?

CME FedWatch supports data exports to Excel, and PDF. FlightAware has more limited export options.

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