GeoNet API vs OnSched Consumer API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GeoNet API vs OnSched Consumer API: common questions
Which is more reliable, GeoNet API or OnSched Consumer API?
Both are neck-and-neck — GeoNet API and OnSched Consumer API each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, GeoNet API or OnSched Consumer API?
OnSched Consumer API has the lower median latency in our checks — GeoNet API responds in 2533 ms versus OnSched Consumer API at 722 ms (P50). Tail latency (P95) is in the table above; for most workloads the median is the number that shapes how the API feels.
Do GeoNet API and OnSched Consumer API need an API key?
GeoNet API needs no key, while OnSched Consumer API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for GeoNet API first.
Can I call GeoNet API and OnSched Consumer API from the browser?
Yes — both GeoNet API and OnSched Consumer API 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 GeoNet API and OnSched Consumer API free for commercial use?
GeoNet API has unclear commercial terms, and OnSched Consumer 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.