NewsAPI Alternative for Developers
Currents delivers more data at a fraction of the cost. 26M+ articles, 120K+ sources, 99.9% uptime, and a free tier that actually lets you build.
Why teams switch from NewsAPI to Currents
500x Cheaper
Currents starts at $0 with 1,000 daily requests. Paid plans scale to 600K requests for $300/month — among the best per-request pricing available.
26M+ Articles
Search a deep archive with keyword filters, date ranges, and source targeting. Not just headlines — full text when available.
99.9% Uptime
Production-grade infrastructure with sub-200ms response times. Built for apps that need to stay running.
Side-by-side at a glance
| Capability | NewsAPI | Currents |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier requests | 100/day | 1,000/day |
| Archive search | Paid only | Included |
| Full article text | Limited | Available |
| Languages covered | ~14 | 20+ |
| Sources tracked | ~3,000 | 120K+ |
Data based on publicly advertised plans as of 2025.
Migrate in minutes
Same REST JSON format, similar endpoints, better pricing. Try the free tier with no credit card.