Bitmex vs Sharpe
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Bitmex vs Sharpe: common questions
Which is more reliable, Bitmex or Sharpe?
On our scheduled checks, Sharpe leads on measured uptime — Bitmex at 2.9% versus Sharpe at 98.0% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, Bitmex or Sharpe?
Bitmex has the lower median latency in our checks — Bitmex responds in 840 ms versus Sharpe at 1239 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 Bitmex and Sharpe need an API key?
Sharpe needs no key, while Bitmex requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Sharpe first.
Can I call Bitmex and Sharpe from the browser?
Only Sharpe is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Bitmex needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Bitmex and Sharpe free for commercial use?
Bitmex has unclear commercial terms, and Sharpe 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.