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