FinFeedAPI vs Helium
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
FinFeedAPI vs Helium: common questions
Which is more reliable, FinFeedAPI or Helium?
On our scheduled checks, Helium leads on measured uptime — FinFeedAPI at —% versus Helium 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 FinFeedAPI and Helium need an API key?
Helium needs no key, while FinFeedAPI requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Helium first.
Can I call FinFeedAPI and Helium from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call FinFeedAPI and Helium from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are FinFeedAPI and Helium free for commercial use?
FinFeedAPI has unclear commercial terms, and Helium 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.