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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Tool Comparison
Marketstack vs MarketWatch comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
MarketWatch
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Comparison highlights
- Tool score: the chart below shows community vote sentiment over the last 8 weeks. Use it as a signal, not a verdict.
- Overlap: both cover ETF Holdings, and Analyst Price Targets.
- Coverage tilt: Marketstack has 4 categories you won't get in MarketWatch; MarketWatch has 16 unique categories.
- Platforms: Marketstack runs on Web, API; MarketWatch runs on Web, Mobile.
Category leaders
- Screeners: MarketWatch is tagged for this workflow; Marketstack has no category votes yet.
- Watchlist: MarketWatch is tagged for this workflow; Marketstack has no category votes yet.
- News: MarketWatch is tagged for this workflow; Marketstack has no category votes yet.
- Data Visualizations: MarketWatch is tagged for this workflow; Marketstack has no category votes yet.
Vote sentiment comparison
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Side-by-side metrics
| Attribute | Marketstack | MarketWatch |
|---|---|---|
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Commodities, Other | Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Options, Futures, Commodities, Currencies, Cryptos, Bonds |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web, API | Web, Mobile |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free, Subscription | Free, Subscription |
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Not yet | Yes |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Standard listing | Standard listing |
Coverage overlap
Shared categories
Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.
Marketstack strengths
Categories covered by Marketstack but not MarketWatch.
MarketWatch strengths
Categories covered by MarketWatch but not Marketstack.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do Marketstack and MarketWatch both support?
Both platforms cover ETF Holdings, and Analyst Price Targets workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do Marketstack and MarketWatch require subscriptions?
Both Marketstack and MarketWatch keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
Which tool has mobile access?
MarketWatch ships a dedicated mobile experience, while Marketstack focuses on web or desktop access.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
Marketstack differentiates itself with Pricing tiers with monthly request limits (Free: 100/mo; Basic: 10k/mo; Professional: 100k/mo; Business: 500k/mo; Enterprise: custom)., V2 REST/JSON API for end-of-day (EOD) prices with adjusted fields for splits/dividends (e.g., `split_factor`, `dividend`)., and Intraday endpoint supports multiple bar intervals (down to `1min`); “Real-Time Updates” (1/5/10 min) are Professional+ only., whereas MarketWatch stands out for Market data hub with stock and market screeners, mutual fund research, fund comparison, and multi-quote lookup tools., Personal watchlists available free with an account; syncs across web and mobile apps with customizable price and news alerts., and Comprehensive event calendars, including U.S. economic releases, corporate earnings, IPO schedules, and options-expiration dates..
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Curation & Accuracy
This directory blends AI‑assisted discovery with human curation. Entries are reviewed, edited, and organized with the goal of expanding coverage and sharpening quality over time. Your feedback helps steer improvements (because no single human can capture everything all at once).
Details change. Pricing, features, and availability may be incomplete or out of date. Treat listings as a starting point and verify on the provider’s site before making decisions. If you spot an error or a gap, send a quick note and I’ll adjust.