Crawlee vs GLEIF LEI API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Crawlee vs GLEIF LEI API: common questions
Which is more reliable, Crawlee or GLEIF LEI API?
Both are neck-and-neck — Crawlee and GLEIF LEI API each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, Crawlee or GLEIF LEI API?
Crawlee has the lower median latency in our checks — Crawlee responds in 480 ms versus GLEIF LEI API at 1052 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 Crawlee and GLEIF LEI API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Crawlee is callable with no signup, and GLEIF LEI API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Crawlee and GLEIF LEI API from the browser?
Only GLEIF LEI API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Crawlee needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Crawlee and GLEIF LEI API free for commercial use?
Crawlee has unclear commercial terms, and GLEIF LEI API 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.