Fixer API vs GNews
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Fixer API vs GNews: common questions
Which is more reliable, Fixer API or GNews?
On our scheduled checks, GNews leads on measured uptime — Fixer API at —% versus GNews 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 Fixer API and GNews need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — Fixer API uses an API key and GNews uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call Fixer API and GNews from the browser?
Only GNews is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Fixer API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Fixer API and GNews free for commercial use?
Fixer API has unclear commercial terms, and GNews 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.