BotsArchive vs Wikipedia REST
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
BotsArchive vs Wikipedia REST: common questions
Which is more reliable, BotsArchive or Wikipedia REST?
On our scheduled checks, Wikipedia REST leads on measured uptime — BotsArchive at 97.1% versus Wikipedia REST at 100% 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 Wikipedia REST?
Wikipedia REST has the lower median latency in our checks — BotsArchive responds in 790 ms versus Wikipedia REST at 98 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 Wikipedia REST need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — BotsArchive is callable with no signup, and Wikipedia REST is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call BotsArchive and Wikipedia REST from the browser?
Yes — both BotsArchive and Wikipedia REST send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are BotsArchive and Wikipedia REST free for commercial use?
BotsArchive has unclear commercial terms, and Wikipedia REST allows commercial use on its free tier. 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.