DataScreenIQ vs ELI
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DataScreenIQ vs ELI: common questions
Which is more reliable, DataScreenIQ or ELI?
On our scheduled checks, ELI leads on measured uptime — DataScreenIQ at —% versus ELI 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 DataScreenIQ and ELI need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — DataScreenIQ uses an API key and ELI uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call DataScreenIQ and ELI from the browser?
Yes — both DataScreenIQ and ELI 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 DataScreenIQ and ELI free for commercial use?
DataScreenIQ has unclear commercial terms, and ELI 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.