Battle.net vs Cross Universe
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Battle.net vs Cross Universe: common questions
Which is more reliable, Battle.net or Cross Universe?
Both are neck-and-neck — Battle.net and Cross Universe 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, Battle.net or Cross Universe?
Cross Universe has the lower median latency in our checks — Battle.net responds in 1024 ms versus Cross Universe at 40 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 Battle.net and Cross Universe need an API key?
Cross Universe needs no key, while Battle.net requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Cross Universe first.
Can I call Battle.net and Cross Universe from the browser?
Only Cross Universe is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Battle.net needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Battle.net and Cross Universe free for commercial use?
Battle.net has unclear commercial terms, and Cross Universe 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.