Aare.guru API vs IPMA
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Aare.guru API vs IPMA: common questions
Which is more reliable, Aare.guru API or IPMA?
On our scheduled checks, IPMA leads on measured uptime — Aare.guru API at —% versus IPMA at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do Aare.guru API and IPMA need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Aare.guru API is callable with no signup, and IPMA is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Aare.guru API and IPMA from the browser?
Yes — both Aare.guru API and IPMA send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are Aare.guru API and IPMA free for commercial use?
Aare.guru API has unclear commercial terms, and IPMA has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.