Eden vs OpenSanctions
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Eden vs OpenSanctions: common questions
Which is more reliable, Eden or OpenSanctions?
On our scheduled checks, OpenSanctions leads on measured uptime — Eden at —% versus OpenSanctions 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 Eden and OpenSanctions need an API key?
OpenSanctions needs no key, while Eden requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for OpenSanctions first.
Can I call Eden and OpenSanctions from the browser?
Yes — both Eden and OpenSanctions 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 Eden and OpenSanctions free for commercial use?
Eden has unclear commercial terms, and OpenSanctions 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.