D&D 5e API vs FFXIV Collect
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
D&D 5e API vs FFXIV Collect: common questions
Which is more reliable, D&D 5e API or FFXIV Collect?
On our scheduled checks, FFXIV Collect leads on measured uptime — D&D 5e API at —% versus FFXIV Collect 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 D&D 5e API and FFXIV Collect need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — D&D 5e API is callable with no signup, and FFXIV Collect is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call D&D 5e API and FFXIV Collect from the browser?
Only D&D 5e API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. FFXIV Collect needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are D&D 5e API and FFXIV Collect free for commercial use?
D&D 5e API has unclear commercial terms, and FFXIV Collect 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.