Betfair Exchange API
World's largest betting exchange API with real-time market data
Overview
The Betfair Exchange API provides programmatic access to the world's largest peer-to-peer betting exchange. Developers can read live market data, place and cancel bets, and manage accounts across 30+ sports. The API offers both REST and streaming endpoints, enabling real-time odds updates and automated trading strategies. Betfair's exchange model provides unique lay betting opportunities and market liquidity data not available from traditional sportsbooks.
Pros
- Access to largest betting exchange
- Real-time streaming via WebSocket
- Free API access with account
- Unique lay betting markets
- Extensive historical data
Cons
- Requires Betfair account and jurisdictional eligibility
- No traditional sports data (stats, lineups)
- Complex rate weighting system
- Not available in all countries
Best For
Not Ideal For
Specifications
SDKs
Leagues
Our Verdict
Betfair Exchange API is a solid choice for automated trading bots and arbitrage applications, with an overall score of 8.4/10. While it performs well in most areas, consider requires betfair account and jurisdictional eligibility when making your decision.
Coverage
Sports Supported
Leagues & Competitions
10 leagues and competitions covered
Developer Experience
API Paradigms
SDKs
Documentation
Commercial Terms
Pricing Plans
Free
Standard rates
- Market data access
- Account access
- Standard rate limits
Pro
Higher rates
- Higher rate limits
- Priority support
- Advanced market data
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