Exchangerate.host vs Markbase
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Exchangerate.host vs Markbase: common questions
Which is more reliable, Exchangerate.host or Markbase?
On our scheduled checks, Exchangerate.host leads on measured uptime — Exchangerate.host at 99.44% versus Markbase at 98.3% 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, Exchangerate.host or Markbase?
Exchangerate.host has the lower median latency in our checks — Exchangerate.host responds in 273 ms versus Markbase at 581 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 Exchangerate.host and Markbase need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Exchangerate.host is callable with no signup, and Markbase is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Exchangerate.host and Markbase from the browser?
Yes — both Exchangerate.host and Markbase 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 Exchangerate.host and Markbase free for commercial use?
Exchangerate.host has unclear commercial terms, and Markbase 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.