Econdb vs ExchangeRate-API (open)
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Econdb vs ExchangeRate-API (open): common questions
Which is more reliable, Econdb or ExchangeRate-API (open)?
Both are neck-and-neck — Econdb and ExchangeRate-API (open) 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, Econdb or ExchangeRate-API (open)?
ExchangeRate-API (open) has the lower median latency in our checks — Econdb responds in 438 ms versus ExchangeRate-API (open) at 221 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 Econdb and ExchangeRate-API (open) need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Econdb is callable with no signup, and ExchangeRate-API (open) is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Econdb and ExchangeRate-API (open) from the browser?
Yes — both Econdb and ExchangeRate-API (open) 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 Econdb and ExchangeRate-API (open) free for commercial use?
Econdb has unclear commercial terms, and ExchangeRate-API (open) 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.