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Chocomilk API vs MediaCaption API

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

APIChocomilk APINEW70MediaCaption APIDOCS OK100
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d68.2%100%
Uptime · 30d68.2%100%
P50 · ms9181062
P95 · ms13171062
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearyes
Data licenseUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not published10 credits when you sign up
Rate limit60 req/window · 59 remaining · resets 6060 req/min
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-18
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Chocomilk API vs MediaCaption API: common questions

Which is more reliable, Chocomilk API or MediaCaption API?

On our scheduled checks, MediaCaption API leads on measured uptime — Chocomilk API at 68.2% versus MediaCaption API 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, Chocomilk API or MediaCaption API?

Chocomilk API has the lower median latency in our checks — Chocomilk API responds in 918 ms versus MediaCaption API at 1062 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 Chocomilk API and MediaCaption API need an API key?

Chocomilk API needs no key, while MediaCaption API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Chocomilk API first.

Can I call Chocomilk API and MediaCaption API from the browser?

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

Are Chocomilk API and MediaCaption API free for commercial use?

Chocomilk API has unclear commercial terms, and MediaCaption API allows commercial use on its free tier. 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.