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