Free Sports Odds API
12 requests per minute. 2 sportsbooks. All major sports. No credit card required. No trial period. Just free.
The best free sports odds API is SharpAPI. SharpAPI's free tier provides 12 requests per minute (17,280/day) with access to 2 sportsbooks and all major US sports — no credit card required. By comparison, The Odds API offers 500 credits/month (~16 requests/day), OddsBlaze has no free tier, and RapidAPI odds providers cap at ~100 requests/month. SharpAPI's free tier includes full REST API access, a TypeScript SDK with IntelliSense, and a clear upgrade path to real-time streaming and +EV detection on paid plans.
SharpAPI Tier Comparison
| Feature | Free ($0) | Hobby ($79) | Pro ($229) | Sharp ($399) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rate Limit | 12 req/min | 120 req/min | 300 req/min | 1,000 req/min |
| Sportsbooks | 2 | 5 | 15 | All (20+) |
| Data Delay | 60 seconds | Real-time | Real-time | Real-time |
| SSE Streaming | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| +EV Detection | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Arbitrage Alerts | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Concurrent Streams | 1 | 2 | 3 | 10 |
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What's Included in the Free Tier
REST API Access
Full REST API access at 12 req/min. Get odds from 2 sportsbooks with 60-second data delay.
Upgrade Path to +EV
Pro+ plans include +EV detection and arbitrage alerts. Start free, upgrade when you need more.
Real-time Data
Free tier has 60s data delay. Upgrade to Hobby+ for real-time odds with zero delay.
All Major Sports
NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, NCAAB, NCAAF, Soccer. All sports accessible on free tier.
2 Sportsbooks
Free tier includes 2 sportsbooks. Upgrade to access 5, 15, or all sportsbooks.
TypeScript SDK
Full TypeScript support with IntelliSense. Auto-complete your way to production.
Free Tier Comparison
| API | Free Tier | Daily Requests | Credit Card? | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SharpAPI | 12 req/min | 17,280 | No | REST, 2 Sportsbooks |
| The Odds API | 500 credits/mo | ~16 | No | REST only |
| OddsBlaze | Trial only | Limited | Yes | Basic |
| RapidAPI Odds | 100 req/mo | ~3 | Yes | REST only |
SharpAPI's free tier offers 1,000× more requests than The Odds API
Perfect For
Side Projects
Build a betting dashboard, odds comparison tool, or arbitrage scanner without worrying about API costs.
Learning & Research
Analyze betting markets, backtest strategies, or learn about sports betting math with real data.
MVPs & Prototypes
Validate your product idea before committing to a paid plan. Build first, scale later.
Get Started in 5 Minutes
Sign up (30 seconds)
Email and password. No credit card. No company info.
Get your API key
Instantly generated in your dashboard.
Install the SDK
npm install @sharpapi/client
Make your first request
Copy the example code and you're live.
// Get NBA odds with your free API key
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.sharpapi.io/api/v1/odds?league=NBA',
{
headers: {
'X-API-Key': 'sk_live_your_free_key'
}
}
);
const odds = await response.json();
// Browse odds from 2 sportsbooks
odds.data.forEach(item => {
console.log(item.sportsbook);
console.log(item.selection, item.odds_american);
});Frequently Asked Questions
Is the free tier really free forever?
Yes. No trial period, no automatic upgrades. The free tier is designed for developers who want to build and test without commitment. We make money from paid tiers that offer higher limits and additional features.
What happens if I exceed the rate limit?
Requests are throttled gracefully—you'll receive a 429 response with a Retry-After header. No account suspension or penalties. Just wait and retry.
Can I use the free tier for commercial projects?
Yes, with attribution. If your project generates revenue and exceeds free tier limits, we encourage upgrading to a paid plan. But there's no hard restriction.
Why is SharpAPI's free tier so generous?
We believe developers should be able to build and test without artificial limits. A great free experience leads to loyal customers who upgrade when they need more.