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Binlist vs Exchange Rates API

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIBinlistDEAD0Exchange Rates APIHEALTHY88
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d0.0%100%
Uptime · 30d0.0%100%
P50 · ms—810
P95 · ms—4162
Authnonenone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — no key (requires 'Accept-Version: 3' header)Free — limits not published
Rate limitRate limited for unauthenticated use; exact limit unpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

Binlist vs Exchange Rates API: common questions

Which is more reliable, Binlist or Exchange Rates API?

On our scheduled checks, Exchange Rates API leads on measured uptime — Binlist at 0.0% versus Exchange Rates 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.

Do Binlist and Exchange Rates API need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — Binlist is callable with no signup, and Exchange Rates API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call Binlist and Exchange Rates API from the browser?

Only Exchange Rates API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Binlist needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are Binlist and Exchange Rates API free for commercial use?

Binlist has unclear commercial terms, and Exchange Rates 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.