F1 API vs OpenLigaDB
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
F1 API vs OpenLigaDB: common questions
Which is more reliable, F1 API or OpenLigaDB?
On our scheduled checks, OpenLigaDB leads on measured uptime — F1 API at —% versus OpenLigaDB 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 F1 API and OpenLigaDB need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — F1 API is callable with no signup, and OpenLigaDB is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call F1 API and OpenLigaDB from the browser?
Yes — both F1 API and OpenLigaDB 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 F1 API and OpenLigaDB free for commercial use?
F1 API has unclear commercial terms, and OpenLigaDB 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.