Cerebras Inference API vs OkSurf
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Cerebras Inference API vs OkSurf: common questions
Which is more reliable, Cerebras Inference API or OkSurf?
Both are neck-and-neck — Cerebras Inference API and OkSurf each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, Cerebras Inference API or OkSurf?
Cerebras Inference API has the lower median latency in our checks — Cerebras Inference API responds in 321 ms versus OkSurf at 624 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 Cerebras Inference API and OkSurf need an API key?
OkSurf needs no key, while Cerebras Inference API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for OkSurf first.
Can I call Cerebras Inference API and OkSurf from the browser?
Only Cerebras Inference API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. OkSurf needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Cerebras Inference API and OkSurf free for commercial use?
Cerebras Inference API has unclear commercial terms, and OkSurf 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.