CheapShark API vs Drupal.org
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
CheapShark API vs Drupal.org: common questions
Which is more reliable, CheapShark API or Drupal.org?
On our scheduled checks, Drupal.org leads on measured uptime — CheapShark API at 99.02% versus Drupal.org 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, CheapShark API or Drupal.org?
CheapShark API has the lower median latency in our checks — CheapShark API responds in 804 ms versus Drupal.org at 1006 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 CheapShark API and Drupal.org need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — CheapShark API is callable with no signup, and Drupal.org is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call CheapShark API and Drupal.org from the browser?
Only Drupal.org 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 CheapShark API and Drupal.org free for commercial use?
CheapShark API 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.