shipapis
StarSubmit an APISubmit API

Gemini vs Kraken

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIGeminiNEW—KrakenNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierPublic market data endpoints are keyless and freeFree — limits not published
Rate limitPublic API throttled per IP (specific numeric limit not confirmed at probe time)Unpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

Gemini vs Kraken: common questions

Which is more reliable, Gemini or Kraken?

On our scheduled checks, Kraken leads on measured uptime — Gemini at —% versus Kraken 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 Gemini and Kraken need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — Gemini is callable with no signup, and Kraken is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call Gemini and Kraken from the browser?

Yes — both Gemini and Kraken 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 Gemini and Kraken free for commercial use?

Gemini has unclear commercial terms, and Kraken 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.