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Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Tool Comparison

CME FedWatch vs SEC API (sec-api.io) 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
SEC API (sec-api.io) logo

SEC API (sec-api.io)

sec-api.io

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
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At a glance

Platforms
CME FedWatchWeb, API
SEC API (sec-api.io)Web, API
Categories
CME FedWatch4
SEC API (sec-api.io)9
Pricing details
CME FedWatchSEC API (sec-api.io)
Free tier
Free trial
Starting price$25/mo$55/mo
Enterprise option
Available plansWeb Tool, FedWatch End-of-Day API, FedWatch Intraday APIFree Tier, Personal & Startups, Business (Internal Use), Enterprise & Institutions
Category leaders
FinancialsSEC API (sec-api.io)
Insider DataSEC API (sec-api.io)
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CME FedWatchSEC API (sec-api.io)

Platform details

AttributeCME FedWatchSEC API (sec-api.io)
Asset types
Futures
StocksETFsMutual FundsFunds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North America
Data freshness
Real-timeEnd of Day
Real-time
API access
REST
RESTWebSocket
Export formats
ExcelPDF
JSONPDF

Coverage overlap

Shared categories2

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

CME FedWatch strengths2

Categories covered by CME FedWatch only.

SEC API (sec-api.io) strengths7

Categories covered by SEC API (sec-api.io) only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between CME FedWatch and SEC API (sec-api.io)?

CME FedWatch focuses on Central Bank Watcher, Interest Rates, and Data APIs while SEC API (sec-api.io) specializes in Data APIs, Regulatory Filings Monitoring, and Insider Data. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do CME FedWatch and SEC API (sec-api.io) cost?

Good news—both CME FedWatch and SEC API (sec-api.io) offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Do CME FedWatch and SEC API (sec-api.io) 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 SEC API (sec-api.io)?

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 SEC API (sec-api.io) if Comprehensive API endpoints: query, full-text search, real-time streaming via WebSocket, download/PDF generator, XBRL-to-JSON conversion, and section extractors for 10-K/10-Q/8-K filings., and Specialized form coverage including ADV, insider filings (Forms 3/4/5), 13F, 13D/G, Form 144, IPO registrations (S-1, 424B4), crowdfunding (Form C, Form D), Reg A filings, and fund reports (N-PORT, N-PX, N-CEN). better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do CME FedWatch and SEC API (sec-api.io) cover?

Both cover common asset types. CME FedWatch also includes Futures. SEC API (sec-api.io) adds coverage for Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, and Funds.

Do CME FedWatch and SEC API (sec-api.io) 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 SEC API (sec-api.io)?

CME FedWatch supports data exports to Excel, and PDF. SEC API (sec-api.io) has more limited export options.

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