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Bootprint vs Launch Library 2

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

APIBootprintNEW—Launch Library 2NEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree — no key (The Space Devs LL2)
Rate limitUnpublishedAnonymous requests are throttled to a low rate (see docs)
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

Bootprint vs Launch Library 2: common questions

Which is more reliable, Bootprint or Launch Library 2?

On our scheduled checks, Launch Library 2 leads on measured uptime — Bootprint at —% versus Launch Library 2 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 Bootprint and Launch Library 2 need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — Bootprint is callable with no signup, and Launch Library 2 is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call Bootprint and Launch Library 2 from the browser?

Only Launch Library 2 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 Launch Library 2 free for commercial use?

Bootprint has unclear commercial terms, and Launch Library 2 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.