Datasette vs Noozra

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

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%80.9%
Uptime · 30d100%41.4%
P50 · ms209289
P95 · ms2840945
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified (aggregated RSS headlines)
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier available (pricing tiers published at /api/pricing)
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Datasette vs Noozra: common questions

Which is more reliable, Datasette or Noozra?

On our scheduled checks, Datasette leads on measured uptime — Datasette at 100% versus Noozra at 80.9% 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, Datasette or Noozra?

Datasette has the lower median latency in our checks — Datasette responds in 209 ms versus Noozra at 289 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 Datasette and Noozra need an API key?

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

Can I call Datasette and Noozra from the browser?

Yes — both Datasette and Noozra 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 Datasette and Noozra free for commercial use?

Datasette has unclear commercial terms, and Noozra 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.