OKEx vs Sharpe
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
OKEx vs Sharpe: common questions
Which is more reliable, OKEx or Sharpe?
On our scheduled checks, Sharpe leads on measured uptime — OKEx at 85.3% versus Sharpe at 98.0% 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, OKEx or Sharpe?
OKEx has the lower median latency in our checks — OKEx responds in 192 ms versus Sharpe at 1239 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 OKEx and Sharpe need an API key?
Sharpe needs no key, while OKEx requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Sharpe first.
Can I call OKEx and Sharpe from the browser?
Yes — both OKEx and Sharpe 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 OKEx and Sharpe free for commercial use?
OKEx has unclear commercial terms, and Sharpe 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.