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