OpenMercantil vs PermisAPI
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
OpenMercantil vs PermisAPI: common questions
Which is more reliable, OpenMercantil or PermisAPI?
On our scheduled checks, PermisAPI leads on measured uptime — OpenMercantil at 93.1% versus PermisAPI at 100% 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, OpenMercantil or PermisAPI?
OpenMercantil has the lower median latency in our checks — OpenMercantil responds in 116 ms versus PermisAPI at 1125 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 OpenMercantil and PermisAPI need an API key?
OpenMercantil needs no key, while PermisAPI requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for OpenMercantil first.
Can I call OpenMercantil and PermisAPI from the browser?
Only OpenMercantil is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. PermisAPI needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are OpenMercantil and PermisAPI free for commercial use?
OpenMercantil has unclear commercial terms, and PermisAPI 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.