Datamuse vs New York Times
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Datamuse vs New York Times: common questions
Which is more reliable, Datamuse or New York Times?
On our scheduled checks, New York Times leads on measured uptime — Datamuse at —% versus New York Times 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 Datamuse and New York Times need an API key?
Datamuse needs no key, while New York Times requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Datamuse first.
Can I call Datamuse and New York Times from the browser?
Yes — both Datamuse and New York Times send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are Datamuse and New York Times free for commercial use?
Datamuse has unclear commercial terms, and New York Times 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.