GraphHopper vs BC Ferries
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GraphHopper vs BC Ferries: common questions
Which is more reliable, GraphHopper or BC Ferries?
Only BC Ferries is on our probe schedule so far (—% uptime over 90 days). The other is catalogued but not yet live-checked, so we can't compare measured reliability head-to-head — check the uncovered API's own status page for now.
Do GraphHopper and BC Ferries need an API key?
BC Ferries needs no key, while GraphHopper requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for BC Ferries first.
Can I call GraphHopper and BC Ferries from the browser?
Yes — both GraphHopper and BC Ferries send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are GraphHopper and BC Ferries free for commercial use?
GraphHopper has unclear commercial terms, and BC Ferries 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.