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Econdb vs FXMacroData

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

APIEcondbNEW—FXMacroDataNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

Econdb vs FXMacroData: common questions

Which is more reliable, Econdb or FXMacroData?

On our scheduled checks, FXMacroData leads on measured uptime — Econdb at —% versus FXMacroData 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 FXMacroData need an API key?

Econdb needs no key, while FXMacroData requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Econdb first.

Can I call Econdb and FXMacroData from the browser?

Only Econdb is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. FXMacroData needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are Econdb and FXMacroData free for commercial use?

Econdb has unclear commercial terms, and FXMacroData 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.