Apiverket vs Data.gov
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Apiverket vs Data.gov: common questions
Which is more reliable, Apiverket or Data.gov?
Both are neck-and-neck — Apiverket and Data.gov each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, Apiverket or Data.gov?
Apiverket has the lower median latency in our checks — Apiverket responds in 444 ms versus Data.gov at 931 ms (P50). Tail latency (P95) is in the table above; for most workloads the median is the number that shapes how the API feels.
Do Apiverket and Data.gov need an API key?
Data.gov needs no key, while Apiverket requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Data.gov first.
Can I call Apiverket and Data.gov from the browser?
Only Apiverket is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Data.gov needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Apiverket and Data.gov free for commercial use?
Apiverket has unclear commercial terms, and Data.gov 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.