Open Brewery DB vs Strava
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Open Brewery DB vs Strava: common questions
Which is more reliable, Open Brewery DB or Strava?
On our scheduled checks, Strava leads on measured uptime — Open Brewery DB at —% versus Strava 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 Strava need an API key?
Open Brewery DB needs no key, while Strava 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 Strava from the browser?
Yes — both Open Brewery DB and Strava 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 Strava free for commercial use?
Open Brewery DB has unclear commercial terms, and Strava 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.