GLEIF LEI API vs Universities List
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GLEIF LEI API vs Universities List: common questions
Which is more reliable, GLEIF LEI API or Universities List?
Both are neck-and-neck — GLEIF LEI API and Universities List 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 Universities List?
Universities List has the lower median latency in our checks — GLEIF LEI API responds in 1052 ms versus Universities List at 510 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 Universities List need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — GLEIF LEI API is callable with no signup, and Universities List is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call GLEIF LEI API and Universities List from the browser?
Only GLEIF LEI API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Universities List needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are GLEIF LEI API and Universities List free for commercial use?
GLEIF LEI API has unclear commercial terms, and Universities List 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.