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Buddy vs CheapShark API

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIBuddyNEW—CheapShark APINEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthapiKeynone
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree tier — API key requiredFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Buddy vs CheapShark API: common questions

Which is more reliable, Buddy or CheapShark API?

On our scheduled checks, CheapShark API leads on measured uptime — Buddy at —% versus CheapShark API 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 Buddy and CheapShark API need an API key?

CheapShark API needs no key, while Buddy requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for CheapShark API first.

Can I call Buddy and CheapShark API from the browser?

Only Buddy is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. CheapShark API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are Buddy and CheapShark API free for commercial use?

Buddy has unclear commercial terms, and CheapShark API 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.