BotsArchive vs openAFRICA
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
BotsArchive vs openAFRICA: common questions
Which is more reliable, BotsArchive or openAFRICA?
On our scheduled checks, BotsArchive leads on measured uptime — BotsArchive at 97.1% versus openAFRICA at 1.0% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, BotsArchive or openAFRICA?
openAFRICA has the lower median latency in our checks — BotsArchive responds in 790 ms versus openAFRICA at 177 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 BotsArchive and openAFRICA need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — BotsArchive is callable with no signup, and openAFRICA is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call BotsArchive and openAFRICA from the browser?
Only BotsArchive is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. openAFRICA needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are BotsArchive and openAFRICA free for commercial use?
BotsArchive has unclear commercial terms, and openAFRICA 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.