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Cutt.ly vs NetworkCalc

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

APICutt.lyNEW—NetworkCalcNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthapiKeynone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree tier — API key requiredFree public API, no key
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Cutt.ly vs NetworkCalc: common questions

Which is more reliable, Cutt.ly or NetworkCalc?

On our scheduled checks, NetworkCalc leads on measured uptime — Cutt.ly at —% versus NetworkCalc 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 NetworkCalc need an API key?

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

Can I call Cutt.ly and NetworkCalc from the browser?

Only NetworkCalc 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 NetworkCalc free for commercial use?

Cutt.ly has unclear commercial terms, and NetworkCalc 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.