Battle.net vs PlayerDB
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Battle.net vs PlayerDB: common questions
Which is more reliable, Battle.net or PlayerDB?
Both are neck-and-neck — Battle.net and PlayerDB 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 PlayerDB?
PlayerDB has the lower median latency in our checks — Battle.net responds in 1024 ms versus PlayerDB at 41 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 PlayerDB need an API key?
PlayerDB needs no key, while Battle.net requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for PlayerDB first.
Can I call Battle.net and PlayerDB from the browser?
Only PlayerDB 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 PlayerDB free for commercial use?
Battle.net has unclear commercial terms, and PlayerDB 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.