Bevwire API vs LCBO
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Bevwire API vs LCBO: common questions
Which is more reliable, Bevwire API or LCBO?
On our scheduled checks, LCBO leads on measured uptime — Bevwire API at —% versus LCBO 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 Bevwire API and LCBO need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Bevwire API is callable with no signup, and LCBO is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Bevwire API and LCBO from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call Bevwire API and LCBO from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are Bevwire API and LCBO free for commercial use?
Bevwire API has unclear commercial terms, and LCBO 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.