At a glance
| Feature | MarketCalendars.com |  TradingHours.com |
|---|---|---|
| Who it is for | MarketCalendars.comIndividuals and small apps | TradingHours.comFirms and enterprise |
| Price | MarketCalendars.comLow | TradingHours.comHigh |
| Coverage | MarketCalendars.comLimited to primary equity and derivative markets | TradingHours.comGlobal coverage of all markets and asset types |
| Data source | MarketCalendars.comCrowd-sourced and open-source | TradingHours.comProprietary and developed in-house |
| Updates | MarketCalendars.comWeekly | TradingHours.comReal-time |
| Accuracy | MarketCalendars.comModerate | TradingHours.comHighly accurate |
| Commitment | MarketCalendars.comLow cost, monthly, instant sign-up | TradingHours.comAnnual licences, dedicated support and enterprise grade |
Which to choose
Choose MarketCalendars.com if
- You trade for yourself or build a small app
- Your markets are among our 92
- Weekly updates are enough
- You want to start free and pay monthly
Choose TradingHours.com if
- A wrong date would cost money
- Trading or compliance systems depend on the calendar
- You need markets or asset types we do not cover
- You need real-time updates and dedicated support
In detail
Price
- MarketCalendars.com
Free to start, then from $10 a month
1,000 free requests, then monthly plans you can cancel at any time
- TradingHours.com
Priced on request
Annual licences with dedicated support
Coverage
- MarketCalendars.com
92 markets in 59 countries
67 stock exchanges and 25 futures, options and bond markets
- TradingHours.com
Global
All markets and asset types
Point-in-time history
- MarketCalendars.com
1995 to 2051
Dates for each market are on our coverage page
- TradingHours.com
Varies by market
Data source
- MarketCalendars.com
Open-source, updated weekly
From pandas_market_calendars, kept up to date by its contributors
- TradingHours.com
Proprietary, updated in real time
Developed in-house
Frequently asked questions
How accurate is MarketCalendars.com?
Accurate enough for planning and everyday use. The data is open-source and not independently verified, so new holidays and one-off closures can appear late. Check critical dates with the exchange.
Why does TradingHours.com cost more?
It is built for firms, with proprietary data, real-time updates and dedicated support. MarketCalendars.com uses open-source data and self-serve plans, which keeps the price low.
Can I try MarketCalendars.com for free?
Yes. The website and widgets are free, and the API is free for your first 1,000 requests, with no card needed.
Can I start with MarketCalendars.com and move later?
Yes, but the two APIs differ, so you would need to update your integration. If you already need verified, real-time data, it is simpler to start with TradingHours.com.