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