Arbeitnow vs OpenHolidays API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Arbeitnow vs OpenHolidays API: common questions
Which is more reliable, Arbeitnow or OpenHolidays API?
On our scheduled checks, OpenHolidays API leads on measured uptime — Arbeitnow at 93.1% versus OpenHolidays API at 100% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, Arbeitnow or OpenHolidays API?
Arbeitnow has the lower median latency in our checks — Arbeitnow responds in 303 ms versus OpenHolidays API at 533 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 Arbeitnow and OpenHolidays API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Arbeitnow is callable with no signup, and OpenHolidays API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Arbeitnow and OpenHolidays API from the browser?
Yes — both Arbeitnow and OpenHolidays API 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 Arbeitnow and OpenHolidays API free for commercial use?
Arbeitnow has unclear commercial terms, and OpenHolidays API 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.