Coinlore vs Kraken
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Coinlore vs Kraken: common questions
Which is more reliable, Coinlore or Kraken?
On our scheduled checks, Kraken leads on measured uptime — Coinlore at —% versus Kraken 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 Coinlore and Kraken need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Coinlore is callable with no signup, and Kraken is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Coinlore and Kraken from the browser?
Yes — both Coinlore and Kraken 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 Coinlore and Kraken free for commercial use?
Coinlore has unclear commercial terms, and Kraken 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.