Bootprint vs Newton
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Bootprint vs Newton: common questions
Which is more reliable, Bootprint or Newton?
Both are neck-and-neck — Bootprint and Newton 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 Newton?
Bootprint has the lower median latency in our checks — Bootprint responds in 67 ms versus Newton at 323 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 Newton need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Bootprint is callable with no signup, and Newton is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Bootprint and Newton from the browser?
Only Newton 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 Newton free for commercial use?
Bootprint has unclear commercial terms, and Newton 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.