Markbase vs SEC EDGAR Data
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Markbase vs SEC EDGAR Data: common questions
Which is more reliable, Markbase or SEC EDGAR Data?
On our scheduled checks, SEC EDGAR Data leads on measured uptime — Markbase at 99.02% versus SEC EDGAR Data 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, Markbase or SEC EDGAR Data?
SEC EDGAR Data has the lower median latency in our checks — Markbase responds in 866 ms versus SEC EDGAR Data at 119 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 Markbase and SEC EDGAR Data need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Markbase is callable with no signup, and SEC EDGAR Data is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Markbase and SEC EDGAR Data from the browser?
Yes — both Markbase and SEC EDGAR Data 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 Markbase and SEC EDGAR Data free for commercial use?
Markbase has unclear commercial terms, and SEC EDGAR Data allows commercial use on its free tier. 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.