Datasette vs The Guardian
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Datasette vs The Guardian: common questions
Which is more reliable, Datasette or The Guardian?
On our scheduled checks, Datasette leads on measured uptime — Datasette at 100% versus The Guardian at 98.0% 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 The Guardian?
Datasette has the lower median latency in our checks — Datasette responds in 293 ms versus The Guardian at 742 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 The Guardian need an API key?
Datasette needs no key, while The Guardian requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Datasette first.
Can I call Datasette and The Guardian from the browser?
Yes — both Datasette and The Guardian 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 The Guardian free for commercial use?
Datasette has unclear commercial terms, and The Guardian 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.