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CheapShark vs RuneScape

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

APICheapSharkNEW—RuneScapeNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified (© Jagex)
Free tierFree — no keyFree, no API key
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

CheapShark vs RuneScape: common questions

Which is more reliable, CheapShark or RuneScape?

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

Neither needs a paid key — CheapShark is callable with no signup, and RuneScape is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call CheapShark and RuneScape from the browser?

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

Are CheapShark and RuneScape free for commercial use?

CheapShark has unclear commercial terms, and RuneScape 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.