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