GLEIF LEI API vs iTunes
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GLEIF LEI API vs iTunes: common questions
Which is more reliable, GLEIF LEI API or iTunes?
On our scheduled checks, GLEIF LEI API leads on measured uptime — GLEIF LEI API at 100% versus iTunes at 68.6% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, GLEIF LEI API or iTunes?
iTunes has the lower median latency in our checks — GLEIF LEI API responds in 1052 ms versus iTunes at 578 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 GLEIF LEI API and iTunes need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — GLEIF LEI API is callable with no signup, and iTunes is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call GLEIF LEI API and iTunes from the browser?
Only GLEIF LEI API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. iTunes needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are GLEIF LEI API and iTunes free for commercial use?
GLEIF LEI API has unclear commercial terms, and iTunes 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.