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