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Simkl vs SWAPI GraphQL

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APISimklNEW—SWAPI GraphQLNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseSimkl terms — user-contributed dataUnverified
Free tierFree read routes; client_id for searchFree, no key
Rate limit1 req/s documentedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

Simkl vs SWAPI GraphQL: common questions

Which is more reliable, Simkl or SWAPI GraphQL?

On our scheduled checks, SWAPI GraphQL leads on measured uptime — Simkl at —% versus SWAPI GraphQL 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 Simkl and SWAPI GraphQL need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — Simkl 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 Simkl and SWAPI GraphQL from the browser?

Yes — both Simkl and SWAPI GraphQL 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 Simkl and SWAPI GraphQL free for commercial use?

Simkl 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.