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Data Dragon API vs Makeup

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

APIData Dragon APIHEALTHY99MakeupHEALTHY87
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%99.02%
Uptime · 30d100%100%
P50 · ms153791
P95 · ms14282529
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesno
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Data Dragon API vs Makeup: common questions

Which is more reliable, Data Dragon API or Makeup?

On our scheduled checks, Data Dragon API leads on measured uptime — Data Dragon API at 100% versus Makeup at 99.02% 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, Data Dragon API or Makeup?

Data Dragon API has the lower median latency in our checks — Data Dragon API responds in 153 ms versus Makeup at 791 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 Data Dragon API and Makeup need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — Data Dragon API is callable with no signup, and Makeup is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call Data Dragon API and Makeup from the browser?

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

Are Data Dragon API and Makeup free for commercial use?

Data Dragon API has unclear commercial terms, and Makeup 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.