Battle.net vs Zelda
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Battle.net vs Zelda: common questions
Which is more reliable, Battle.net or Zelda?
Both are neck-and-neck — Battle.net and Zelda 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 Zelda?
Zelda has the lower median latency in our checks — Battle.net responds in 1024 ms versus Zelda at 903 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 Zelda need an API key?
Zelda needs no key, while Battle.net requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Zelda first.
Can I call Battle.net and Zelda from the browser?
Only Zelda 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 Zelda free for commercial use?
Battle.net has unclear commercial terms, and Zelda 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.