Econdb vs Exchangerate.host
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Econdb vs Exchangerate.host: common questions
Which is more reliable, Econdb or Exchangerate.host?
On our scheduled checks, Exchangerate.host leads on measured uptime — Econdb at —% versus Exchangerate.host 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 Econdb and Exchangerate.host need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Econdb is callable with no signup, and Exchangerate.host is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Econdb and Exchangerate.host from the browser?
Yes — both Econdb and Exchangerate.host 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.host free for commercial use?
Econdb has unclear commercial terms, and Exchangerate.host 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.