GLEIF LEI API vs Yelp
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GLEIF LEI API vs Yelp: common questions
Which is more reliable, GLEIF LEI API or Yelp?
Both are neck-and-neck — GLEIF LEI API and Yelp 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 Yelp?
Yelp has the lower median latency in our checks — GLEIF LEI API responds in 1052 ms versus Yelp at 319 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 Yelp need an API key?
GLEIF LEI API needs no key, while Yelp 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 Yelp from the browser?
Only GLEIF LEI API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Yelp needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are GLEIF LEI API and Yelp free for commercial use?
GLEIF LEI API has unclear commercial terms, and Yelp 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.