OpenSanctions vs RestoSignals
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
OpenSanctions vs RestoSignals: common questions
Which is more reliable, OpenSanctions or RestoSignals?
Both are neck-and-neck — OpenSanctions and RestoSignals 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, OpenSanctions or RestoSignals?
OpenSanctions has the lower median latency in our checks — OpenSanctions responds in 158 ms versus RestoSignals at 748 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 OpenSanctions and RestoSignals need an API key?
OpenSanctions needs no key, while RestoSignals requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for OpenSanctions first.
Can I call OpenSanctions and RestoSignals from the browser?
Only OpenSanctions is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. RestoSignals needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are OpenSanctions and RestoSignals free for commercial use?
OpenSanctions has unclear commercial terms, and RestoSignals 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.