Beeceptor vs SearchApi

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms
P95 · ms
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree public echo host, no signupFree tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Beeceptor vs SearchApi: common questions

Which is more reliable, Beeceptor or SearchApi?

On our scheduled checks, SearchApi leads on measured uptime — Beeceptor at —% versus SearchApi at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.

Do Beeceptor and SearchApi need an API key?

Beeceptor needs no key, while SearchApi requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Beeceptor first.

Can I call Beeceptor and SearchApi from the browser?

Only Beeceptor is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. SearchApi needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are Beeceptor and SearchApi free for commercial use?

Beeceptor has unclear commercial terms, and SearchApi 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.