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Bootprint vs GoldBean

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

APIBootprintHEALTHY100GoldBeanHEALTHY83
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%100%
Uptime · 30d100%100%
P50 · ms67875
P95 · ms2913393
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — key may be required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Bootprint vs GoldBean: common questions

Which is more reliable, Bootprint or GoldBean?

Both are neck-and-neck — Bootprint and GoldBean 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, Bootprint or GoldBean?

Bootprint has the lower median latency in our checks — Bootprint responds in 67 ms versus GoldBean at 875 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 Bootprint and GoldBean need an API key?

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

Can I call Bootprint and GoldBean from the browser?

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

Are Bootprint and GoldBean free for commercial use?

Bootprint has unclear commercial terms, and GoldBean 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.