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