SEC EDGAR Data vs Pick an Agency
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
SEC EDGAR Data vs Pick an Agency: common questions
Which is more reliable, SEC EDGAR Data or Pick an Agency?
On our scheduled checks, Pick an Agency leads on measured uptime — SEC EDGAR Data at —% versus Pick an Agency 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 SEC EDGAR Data and Pick an Agency need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — SEC EDGAR Data is callable with no signup, and Pick an Agency is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call SEC EDGAR Data and Pick an Agency from the browser?
Yes — both SEC EDGAR Data and Pick an Agency 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 SEC EDGAR Data and Pick an Agency free for commercial use?
SEC EDGAR Data allows commercial use on its free tier, and Pick an Agency 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.