Covid-19 Datenhub vs Squiggle
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Covid-19 Datenhub vs Squiggle: common questions
Which is more reliable, Covid-19 Datenhub or Squiggle?
On our scheduled checks, Squiggle leads on measured uptime — Covid-19 Datenhub at —% versus Squiggle 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 Covid-19 Datenhub and Squiggle need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Covid-19 Datenhub is callable with no signup, and Squiggle is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Covid-19 Datenhub and Squiggle from the browser?
Only Covid-19 Datenhub is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Squiggle needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Covid-19 Datenhub and Squiggle free for commercial use?
Covid-19 Datenhub has unclear commercial terms, and Squiggle 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.