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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Tool Comparison

IBISWorld vs Marketstack comparison

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

IBISWorld logo

IBISWorld

ibisworld.com

PricingSubscription, One-time
PlatformsWeb, API
Marketstack logo

Marketstack

marketstack.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
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At a glance

Platforms
IBISWorldWeb, API
MarketstackWeb, API
Categories
IBISWorld5
Marketstack6
Pricing details

Tool

IBISWorld

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Membership (Subscription)Subscription
Single Report – Industry ResearchOne-time
Single Report – SpotlightOne-time

Tool

Marketstack

$9.99/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Basic$9.99/mo
Professional$49.99/mo
Business$149.99/mo
EnterpriseContact sales

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Platform details

AttributeIBISWorldMarketstack
Asset types
Other
StocksETFsBondsCommoditiesOther
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
IntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPAC
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
Data freshness
End of Day
End of DayReal-time
API access
REST
REST
Export formats
PDFExcelJSON
Not specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories1

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

IBISWorld strengths4

Categories covered by IBISWorld only.

Marketstack strengths5

Categories covered by Marketstack only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between IBISWorld and Marketstack?

IBISWorld focuses on Data APIs, Scores, and AI Chat while Marketstack specializes in Data APIs, Dividends, and Splits. They overlap in 1 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is IBISWorld or Marketstack free to use?

Marketstack offers a free tier that lets you get started without paying, while IBISWorld requires a subscription. If budget is a concern, start with Marketstack and upgrade later if you need more advanced features.

Which is better for beginners—IBISWorld or Marketstack?

IBISWorld is more beginner-friendly with an approachable interface. Both can work for intermediate users.

Do IBISWorld and Marketstack 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 IBISWorld or Marketstack?

Choose IBISWorld if you need Industry Research Reports (30–40 pages) across multiple countries, with PDF downloads and Key Statistics exportable to Excel., and Business Environment Profiles with proprietary forecasts across hundreds of economic indicators.. Go with Marketstack if Pricing tiers with monthly request limits (Free: 100/mo; Basic: 10k/mo; Professional: 100k/mo; Business: 500k/mo; Enterprise: custom)., and V2 REST/JSON API for end-of-day (EOD) prices with adjusted fields for splits/dividends (e.g., `split_factor`, `dividend`). better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do IBISWorld and Marketstack cover?

Both cover Other. Marketstack adds coverage for Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, and Commodities.

Does IBISWorld or Marketstack have real-time data?

Marketstack offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. IBISWorld uses delayed or end-of-day data, which works fine for longer-term investors who don't need up-to-the-second quotes.

Can I export data from IBISWorld and Marketstack?

IBISWorld supports data exports to PDF, Excel, and JSON. Marketstack has more limited export options.

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