BotsArchive vs Sofiaplan
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
BotsArchive vs Sofiaplan: common questions
Which is more reliable, BotsArchive or Sofiaplan?
On our scheduled checks, Sofiaplan leads on measured uptime — BotsArchive at —% versus Sofiaplan 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 BotsArchive and Sofiaplan need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — BotsArchive is callable with no signup, and Sofiaplan is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call BotsArchive and Sofiaplan from the browser?
Only BotsArchive is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Sofiaplan needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are BotsArchive and Sofiaplan free for commercial use?
BotsArchive has unclear commercial terms, and Sofiaplan 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.