Fruityvice vs RecipeAPI
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Fruityvice vs RecipeAPI: common questions
Which is more reliable, Fruityvice or RecipeAPI?
On our scheduled checks, RecipeAPI leads on measured uptime — Fruityvice at —% versus RecipeAPI 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 Fruityvice and RecipeAPI need an API key?
Fruityvice needs no key, while RecipeAPI requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Fruityvice first.
Can I call Fruityvice and RecipeAPI from the browser?
Only RecipeAPI is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Fruityvice needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Fruityvice and RecipeAPI free for commercial use?
Fruityvice has unclear commercial terms, and RecipeAPI 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.