SnapshotAPI vs Wikidata
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
SnapshotAPI vs Wikidata: common questions
Which is more reliable, SnapshotAPI or Wikidata?
On our scheduled checks, Wikidata leads on measured uptime — SnapshotAPI at 6.9% versus Wikidata 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, SnapshotAPI or Wikidata?
SnapshotAPI has the lower median latency in our checks — SnapshotAPI responds in 396 ms versus Wikidata at 585 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 SnapshotAPI and Wikidata need an API key?
Wikidata needs no key, while SnapshotAPI requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Wikidata first.
Can I call SnapshotAPI and Wikidata from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call SnapshotAPI and Wikidata from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are SnapshotAPI and Wikidata free for commercial use?
SnapshotAPI has unclear commercial terms, and Wikidata 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.