BMI Calculator API vs LCBO

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

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%100%
Uptime · 30d100%100%
P50 · ms1350207
P95 · ms2314429
Authnonenone
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublished60 req/window · 59 remaining · resets 60
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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BMI Calculator API vs LCBO: common questions

Which is more reliable, BMI Calculator API or LCBO?

Both are neck-and-neck — BMI Calculator API and LCBO each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.

Which is faster, BMI Calculator API or LCBO?

LCBO has the lower median latency in our checks — BMI Calculator API responds in 1350 ms versus LCBO at 207 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 BMI Calculator API and LCBO need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — BMI Calculator 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 BMI Calculator API and LCBO from the browser?

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

Are BMI Calculator API and LCBO free for commercial use?

BMI Calculator 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.