Lexigram vs Open Brewery DB
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Lexigram vs Open Brewery DB: common questions
Which is more reliable, Lexigram or Open Brewery DB?
On our scheduled checks, Open Brewery DB leads on measured uptime — Lexigram at 99.02% versus Open Brewery DB at 100% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, Lexigram or Open Brewery DB?
Open Brewery DB has the lower median latency in our checks — Lexigram responds in 807 ms versus Open Brewery DB at 614 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 Lexigram and Open Brewery DB need an API key?
Open Brewery DB needs no key, while Lexigram requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Open Brewery DB first.
Can I call Lexigram and Open Brewery DB from the browser?
Only Open Brewery DB is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Lexigram needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Lexigram and Open Brewery DB free for commercial use?
Lexigram has unclear commercial terms, and Open Brewery DB 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.