ELI vs InternetDB API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
ELI vs InternetDB API: common questions
Which is more reliable, ELI or InternetDB API?
On our scheduled checks, InternetDB API leads on measured uptime — ELI at 99.02% versus InternetDB API at 100% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, ELI or InternetDB API?
InternetDB API has the lower median latency in our checks — ELI responds in 591 ms versus InternetDB API at 133 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 ELI and InternetDB API need an API key?
InternetDB API needs no key, while ELI requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for InternetDB API first.
Can I call ELI and InternetDB API from the browser?
Yes — both ELI and InternetDB API 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 ELI and InternetDB API free for commercial use?
ELI has unclear commercial terms, and InternetDB API 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.