Buddy vs Drupal.org
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Buddy vs Drupal.org: common questions
Which is more reliable, Buddy or Drupal.org?
On our scheduled checks, Drupal.org leads on measured uptime — Buddy at —% versus Drupal.org 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 Drupal.org need an API key?
Drupal.org needs no key, while Buddy requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Drupal.org first.
Can I call Buddy and Drupal.org from the browser?
Yes — both Buddy and Drupal.org 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 Buddy and Drupal.org free for commercial use?
Buddy has unclear commercial terms, and Drupal.org 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.