Bargo Congress Trades API vs FXMacroData
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Bargo Congress Trades API vs FXMacroData: common questions
Which is more reliable, Bargo Congress Trades API or FXMacroData?
On our scheduled checks, FXMacroData leads on measured uptime — Bargo Congress Trades API at —% versus FXMacroData at 0.0% 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 Bargo Congress Trades API and FXMacroData need an API key?
Bargo Congress Trades API needs no key, while FXMacroData requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Bargo Congress Trades API first.
Can I call Bargo Congress Trades API and FXMacroData from the browser?
Only Bargo Congress Trades API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. FXMacroData needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Bargo Congress Trades API and FXMacroData free for commercial use?
Bargo Congress Trades API allows commercial use on its free tier, and FXMacroData 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.