Oddsmagnet vs OpenF1
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Oddsmagnet vs OpenF1: common questions
Which is more reliable, Oddsmagnet or OpenF1?
On our scheduled checks, OpenF1 leads on measured uptime — Oddsmagnet at —% versus OpenF1 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 Oddsmagnet and OpenF1 need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Oddsmagnet is callable with no signup, and OpenF1 is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Oddsmagnet and OpenF1 from the browser?
Yes — both Oddsmagnet and OpenF1 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 Oddsmagnet and OpenF1 free for commercial use?
Oddsmagnet has unclear commercial terms, and OpenF1 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.