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Deezer vs Spotify Web API

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIDeezerNEW—Spotify Web APIREACHABLE—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnoneoauth
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedOAuth app registration — free tier
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Deezer vs Spotify Web API: common questions

Which is more reliable, Deezer or Spotify Web API?

On our scheduled checks, Spotify Web API leads on measured uptime — Deezer at —% versus Spotify Web API 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 Spotify Web API need an API key?

Deezer needs no key, while Spotify Web API requires OAuth. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Deezer first.

Can I call Deezer and Spotify Web API from the browser?

Only Spotify Web API 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 Spotify Web API free for commercial use?

Deezer has unclear commercial terms, and Spotify Web 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.