openFDA vs SportScore
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
openFDA vs SportScore: common questions
Which is more reliable, openFDA or SportScore?
On our scheduled checks, openFDA leads on measured uptime — openFDA at 94.1% versus SportScore at 87.3% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, openFDA or SportScore?
SportScore has the lower median latency in our checks — openFDA responds in 1187 ms versus SportScore at 288 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 and SportScore need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — openFDA is callable with no signup, and SportScore is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call openFDA and SportScore from the browser?
Only openFDA is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. SportScore needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are openFDA and SportScore free for commercial use?
openFDA has unclear commercial terms, and SportScore 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.