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