AutoChangelog vs npm Registry
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
AutoChangelog vs npm Registry: common questions
Which is more reliable, AutoChangelog or npm Registry?
Both are neck-and-neck — AutoChangelog and npm Registry each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, AutoChangelog or npm Registry?
npm Registry has the lower median latency in our checks — AutoChangelog responds in 578 ms versus npm Registry at 243 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 AutoChangelog and npm Registry need an API key?
npm Registry needs no key, while AutoChangelog requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for npm Registry first.
Can I call AutoChangelog and npm Registry from the browser?
Only npm Registry is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. AutoChangelog needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are AutoChangelog and npm Registry free for commercial use?
AutoChangelog has unclear commercial terms, and npm Registry 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.