GLEIF LEI API vs Wikidata
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GLEIF LEI API vs Wikidata: common questions
Which is more reliable, GLEIF LEI API or Wikidata?
Both are neck-and-neck — GLEIF LEI API and Wikidata 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 Wikidata?
Wikidata has the lower median latency in our checks — GLEIF LEI API responds in 1052 ms versus Wikidata at 585 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 Wikidata need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — GLEIF LEI API is callable with no signup, and Wikidata is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call GLEIF LEI API and Wikidata from the browser?
Only GLEIF LEI API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Wikidata needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are GLEIF LEI API and Wikidata free for commercial use?
GLEIF LEI API has unclear commercial terms, and Wikidata 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.