Cutt.ly vs RubyGems
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Cutt.ly vs RubyGems: common questions
Which is more reliable, Cutt.ly or RubyGems?
On our scheduled checks, RubyGems leads on measured uptime — Cutt.ly at —% versus RubyGems 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 RubyGems need an API key?
RubyGems needs no key, while Cutt.ly requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for RubyGems first.
Can I call Cutt.ly and RubyGems from the browser?
Only RubyGems 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 RubyGems free for commercial use?
Cutt.ly has unclear commercial terms, and RubyGems 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.