Bufferapp vs Lanyard
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Bufferapp vs Lanyard: common questions
Which is more reliable, Bufferapp or Lanyard?
On our scheduled checks, Bufferapp leads on measured uptime — Bufferapp at 100% versus Lanyard at 99.02% 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, Bufferapp or Lanyard?
Lanyard has the lower median latency in our checks — Bufferapp responds in 547 ms versus Lanyard at 279 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 Bufferapp and Lanyard need an API key?
Lanyard needs no key, while Bufferapp requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Lanyard first.
Can I call Bufferapp and Lanyard from the browser?
Only Lanyard is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Bufferapp needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Bufferapp and Lanyard free for commercial use?
Bufferapp has unclear commercial terms, and Lanyard 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.