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