Helium vs IBANforge
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Helium vs IBANforge: common questions
Which is more reliable, Helium or IBANforge?
On our scheduled checks, IBANforge leads on measured uptime — Helium at —% versus IBANforge at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do Helium and IBANforge need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Helium is callable with no signup, and IBANforge is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Helium and IBANforge from the browser?
Only IBANforge is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Helium needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Helium and IBANforge free for commercial use?
Helium has unclear commercial terms, and IBANforge 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.