Coinbase vs Coinlore
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Coinbase vs Coinlore: common questions
Which is more reliable, Coinbase or Coinlore?
On our scheduled checks, Coinlore leads on measured uptime — Coinbase at —% versus Coinlore 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 Coinbase and Coinlore need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Coinbase is callable with no signup, and Coinlore is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Coinbase and Coinlore from the browser?
Yes — both Coinbase and Coinlore send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are Coinbase and Coinlore free for commercial use?
Coinbase has unclear commercial terms, and Coinlore 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.