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Lobsters vs Nexmo API

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

APILobstersNEW—Nexmo APINEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSnono
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublished10, 120;w=60;name="crd|generic_key^nexmo-gloo.sanity-service-remote-address-120-rpm|remote_address", 10;w=1;name="crd|generic_key^nexmo-gloo.sanity-service-remote-address-10-rps|remote_address" req/window · 9 remaining · resets 1
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Lobsters vs Nexmo API: common questions

Which is more reliable, Lobsters or Nexmo API?

On our scheduled checks, Nexmo API leads on measured uptime — Lobsters at —% versus Nexmo 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 Lobsters and Nexmo API need an API key?

Lobsters needs no key, while Nexmo API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Lobsters first.

Can I call Lobsters and Nexmo API from the browser?

Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call Lobsters and Nexmo API from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.

Are Lobsters and Nexmo API free for commercial use?

Lobsters has unclear commercial terms, and Nexmo 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.