Energy-Charts API vs Lookup.im API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Energy-Charts API vs Lookup.im API: common questions
Which is more reliable, Energy-Charts API or Lookup.im API?
On our scheduled checks, Lookup.im API leads on measured uptime — Energy-Charts API at —% versus Lookup.im 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 Energy-Charts API and Lookup.im API need an API key?
Energy-Charts API needs no key, while Lookup.im API 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 Lookup.im API from the browser?
Only Energy-Charts API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Lookup.im API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Energy-Charts API and Lookup.im API free for commercial use?
Energy-Charts API has unclear commercial terms, and Lookup.im 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.