openFDA API vs OpenLigaDB
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
openFDA API vs OpenLigaDB: common questions
Which is more reliable, openFDA API or OpenLigaDB?
Both are neck-and-neck — openFDA API and OpenLigaDB each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, openFDA API or OpenLigaDB?
openFDA API has the lower median latency in our checks — openFDA API responds in 806 ms versus OpenLigaDB at 1083 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 openFDA API and OpenLigaDB need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — openFDA API is callable with no signup, and OpenLigaDB is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call openFDA API and OpenLigaDB from the browser?
Only OpenLigaDB is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. openFDA API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are openFDA API and OpenLigaDB free for commercial use?
openFDA API has unclear commercial terms, and OpenLigaDB 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.