Navitia vs SBB Open Data
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Navitia vs SBB Open Data: common questions
Which is more reliable, Navitia or SBB Open Data?
On our scheduled checks, Navitia leads on measured uptime — Navitia at 100% versus SBB Open Data at 99.02% 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, Navitia or SBB Open Data?
Navitia has the lower median latency in our checks — Navitia responds in 855 ms versus SBB Open Data at 1230 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 Navitia and SBB Open Data need an API key?
SBB Open Data needs no key, while Navitia requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for SBB Open Data first.
Can I call Navitia and SBB Open Data from the browser?
Only Navitia is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. SBB Open Data needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Navitia and SBB Open Data free for commercial use?
Navitia has unclear commercial terms, and SBB Open Data 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.