btcnode.uk vs CryptAPI
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
btcnode.uk vs CryptAPI: common questions
Which is more reliable, btcnode.uk or CryptAPI?
On our scheduled checks, CryptAPI leads on measured uptime — btcnode.uk at 91.2% versus CryptAPI 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, btcnode.uk or CryptAPI?
CryptAPI has the lower median latency in our checks — btcnode.uk responds in 586 ms versus CryptAPI at 496 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 btcnode.uk and CryptAPI need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — btcnode.uk is callable with no signup, and CryptAPI is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call btcnode.uk and CryptAPI from the browser?
Only CryptAPI is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. btcnode.uk needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are btcnode.uk and CryptAPI free for commercial use?
btcnode.uk has unclear commercial terms, and CryptAPI 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.