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