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