Edgrapi vs FXMacroData
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Edgrapi vs FXMacroData: common questions
Which is more reliable, Edgrapi or FXMacroData?
On our scheduled checks, Edgrapi leads on measured uptime — Edgrapi at 95.6% versus FXMacroData at 0.0% 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 Edgrapi and FXMacroData need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — Edgrapi uses an API key and FXMacroData uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call Edgrapi and FXMacroData from the browser?
Only Edgrapi 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 Edgrapi and FXMacroData free for commercial use?
Edgrapi 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.