GLEIF LEI API vs RestoSignals
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GLEIF LEI API vs RestoSignals: common questions
Which is more reliable, GLEIF LEI API or RestoSignals?
Both are neck-and-neck — GLEIF LEI API and RestoSignals 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, GLEIF LEI API or RestoSignals?
GLEIF LEI API has the lower median latency in our checks — GLEIF LEI API responds in 482 ms versus RestoSignals at 748 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 RestoSignals need an API key?
GLEIF LEI API needs no key, while RestoSignals requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for GLEIF LEI API first.
Can I call GLEIF LEI API and RestoSignals from the browser?
Only GLEIF LEI API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. RestoSignals needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are GLEIF LEI API and RestoSignals free for commercial use?
GLEIF LEI API has unclear commercial terms, and RestoSignals 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.