ELI vs NetBox API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
ELI vs NetBox API: common questions
Which is more reliable, ELI or NetBox API?
On our scheduled checks, NetBox API leads on measured uptime — ELI at —% versus NetBox API 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 ELI and NetBox API need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — ELI uses an API key and NetBox API 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 ELI and NetBox API from the browser?
Only ELI is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. NetBox API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are ELI and NetBox API free for commercial use?
ELI has unclear commercial terms, and NetBox 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.