RecipeAPI vs Strava
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
RecipeAPI vs Strava: common questions
Which is more reliable, RecipeAPI or Strava?
On our scheduled checks, Strava leads on measured uptime — RecipeAPI at —% versus Strava 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 RecipeAPI and Strava need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — RecipeAPI uses an API key and Strava uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call RecipeAPI and Strava from the browser?
Yes — both RecipeAPI and Strava send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are RecipeAPI and Strava free for commercial use?
RecipeAPI has unclear commercial terms, and Strava 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.