Energy-Charts API vs Quandl
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Energy-Charts API vs Quandl: common questions
Which is more reliable, Energy-Charts API or Quandl?
On our scheduled checks, Quandl leads on measured uptime — Energy-Charts API at —% versus Quandl 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 Quandl need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Energy-Charts API is callable with no signup, and Quandl is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Energy-Charts API and Quandl from the browser?
Only Energy-Charts API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Quandl needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Energy-Charts API and Quandl free for commercial use?
Energy-Charts API has unclear commercial terms, and Quandl 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.