Audexum vs Kroki
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Audexum vs Kroki: common questions
Which is more reliable, Audexum or Kroki?
On our scheduled checks, Kroki leads on measured uptime — Audexum at 97.1% versus Kroki 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, Audexum or Kroki?
Audexum has the lower median latency in our checks — Audexum responds in 417 ms versus Kroki at 633 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 Audexum and Kroki need an API key?
Kroki needs no key, while Audexum requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Kroki first.
Can I call Audexum and Kroki from the browser?
Yes — both Audexum and Kroki 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 Audexum and Kroki free for commercial use?
Audexum has unclear commercial terms, and Kroki 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.