BVG transport.rest vs CarsXE
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
BVG transport.rest vs CarsXE: common questions
Which is more reliable, BVG transport.rest or CarsXE?
On our scheduled checks, CarsXE leads on measured uptime — BVG transport.rest 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 BVG transport.rest and CarsXE need an API key?
BVG transport.rest needs no key, while CarsXE requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for BVG transport.rest first.
Can I call BVG transport.rest and CarsXE from the browser?
Only BVG transport.rest 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 BVG transport.rest and CarsXE free for commercial use?
BVG transport.rest 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.