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Block Lottos vs Pharos API

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

APIBlock LottosNEW—Pharos APINEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree, no key (API docs state no key required)Free tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Block Lottos vs Pharos API: common questions

Which is more reliable, Block Lottos or Pharos API?

On our scheduled checks, Pharos API leads on measured uptime — Block Lottos at —% versus Pharos API 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 Block Lottos and Pharos API need an API key?

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

Can I call Block Lottos and Pharos API from the browser?

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

Are Block Lottos and Pharos API free for commercial use?

Block Lottos has unclear commercial terms, and Pharos API 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.