Openwhyd vs SWAPI GraphQL
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Openwhyd vs SWAPI GraphQL: common questions
Which is more reliable, Openwhyd or SWAPI GraphQL?
On our scheduled checks, SWAPI GraphQL leads on measured uptime — Openwhyd at 98.0% versus SWAPI GraphQL 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, Openwhyd or SWAPI GraphQL?
Openwhyd has the lower median latency in our checks — Openwhyd responds in 219 ms versus SWAPI GraphQL at 858 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 Openwhyd and SWAPI GraphQL need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Openwhyd is callable with no signup, and SWAPI GraphQL is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Openwhyd and SWAPI GraphQL from the browser?
Only SWAPI GraphQL is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Openwhyd needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Openwhyd and SWAPI GraphQL free for commercial use?
Openwhyd has unclear commercial terms, and SWAPI GraphQL 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.