IMDbOT vs iTunes Search
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IMDbOT vs iTunes Search: common questions
Which is more reliable, IMDbOT or iTunes Search?
On our scheduled checks, iTunes Search leads on measured uptime — IMDbOT at —% versus iTunes Search 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 IMDbOT and iTunes Search need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — IMDbOT is callable with no signup, and iTunes Search is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call IMDbOT and iTunes Search from the browser?
Yes — both IMDbOT and iTunes Search 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 IMDbOT and iTunes Search free for commercial use?
IMDbOT has unclear commercial terms, and iTunes Search 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.