IBANforge vs VATComply
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IBANforge vs VATComply: common questions
Which is more reliable, IBANforge or VATComply?
Both are neck-and-neck — IBANforge and VATComply 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, IBANforge or VATComply?
VATComply has the lower median latency in our checks — IBANforge responds in 694 ms versus VATComply at 236 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 IBANforge and VATComply need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — IBANforge is callable with no signup, and VATComply is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call IBANforge and VATComply from the browser?
Yes — both IBANforge and VATComply 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 IBANforge and VATComply free for commercial use?
IBANforge has unclear commercial terms, and VATComply 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.