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