languagelayer vs Wahlumfragen Datenbank API

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms
P95 · ms
Authnonenone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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languagelayer vs Wahlumfragen Datenbank API: common questions

Which is more reliable, languagelayer or Wahlumfragen Datenbank API?

On our scheduled checks, Wahlumfragen Datenbank API leads on measured uptime — languagelayer at —% versus Wahlumfragen Datenbank API 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 languagelayer and Wahlumfragen Datenbank API need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — languagelayer is callable with no signup, and Wahlumfragen Datenbank API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call languagelayer and Wahlumfragen Datenbank API from the browser?

Only Wahlumfragen Datenbank API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. languagelayer needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are languagelayer and Wahlumfragen Datenbank API free for commercial use?

languagelayer has unclear commercial terms, and Wahlumfragen Datenbank API 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.