CryptAPI vs Kraken
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
CryptAPI vs Kraken: common questions
Which is more reliable, CryptAPI or Kraken?
Both are neck-and-neck — CryptAPI and Kraken 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, CryptAPI or Kraken?
Kraken has the lower median latency in our checks — CryptAPI responds in 496 ms versus Kraken at 155 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 CryptAPI and Kraken need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — CryptAPI 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 CryptAPI and Kraken from the browser?
Yes — both CryptAPI 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 CryptAPI and Kraken free for commercial use?
CryptAPI allows commercial use on its free tier, 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.