Battle.net vs FreeToGame
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Battle.net vs FreeToGame: common questions
Which is more reliable, Battle.net or FreeToGame?
Both are neck-and-neck — Battle.net and FreeToGame 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 FreeToGame?
FreeToGame has the lower median latency in our checks — Battle.net responds in 1024 ms versus FreeToGame at 331 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 FreeToGame need an API key?
FreeToGame needs no key, while Battle.net requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for FreeToGame first.
Can I call Battle.net and FreeToGame from the browser?
Only FreeToGame 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 FreeToGame free for commercial use?
Battle.net has unclear commercial terms, and FreeToGame 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.