Data.parliament.uk vs FastDOL
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Data.parliament.uk vs FastDOL: common questions
Which is more reliable, Data.parliament.uk or FastDOL?
On our scheduled checks, FastDOL leads on measured uptime — Data.parliament.uk at 99.02% versus FastDOL at 100% 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, Data.parliament.uk or FastDOL?
Data.parliament.uk has the lower median latency in our checks — Data.parliament.uk responds in 362 ms versus FastDOL at 680 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 Data.parliament.uk and FastDOL need an API key?
Data.parliament.uk needs no key, while FastDOL requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Data.parliament.uk first.
Can I call Data.parliament.uk and FastDOL from the browser?
Only Data.parliament.uk is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. FastDOL needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Data.parliament.uk and FastDOL free for commercial use?
Data.parliament.uk allows commercial use on its free tier, and FastDOL 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.