Fixer API vs Kaggle
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Fixer API vs Kaggle: common questions
Which is more reliable, Fixer API or Kaggle?
On our scheduled checks, Kaggle leads on measured uptime — Fixer API at —% versus Kaggle 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 Kaggle need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — Fixer API uses an API key and Kaggle 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 Kaggle from the browser?
Only Kaggle 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 Kaggle free for commercial use?
Fixer API has unclear commercial terms, and Kaggle 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.