Coinbase vs OKEx
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Coinbase vs OKEx: common questions
Which is more reliable, Coinbase or OKEx?
On our scheduled checks, Coinbase leads on measured uptime — Coinbase at 100% versus OKEx at 96.1% 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, Coinbase or OKEx?
Coinbase has the lower median latency in our checks — Coinbase responds in 116 ms versus OKEx at 306 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 Coinbase and OKEx need an API key?
Coinbase needs no key, while OKEx requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Coinbase first.
Can I call Coinbase and OKEx from the browser?
Yes — both Coinbase and OKEx 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 OKEx free for commercial use?
Coinbase has unclear commercial terms, and OKEx 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.