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