ddownload vs Mockaroo
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
ddownload vs Mockaroo: common questions
Which is more reliable, ddownload or Mockaroo?
On our scheduled checks, Mockaroo leads on measured uptime — ddownload at —% versus Mockaroo 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 ddownload and Mockaroo need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — ddownload uses an API key and Mockaroo uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call ddownload and Mockaroo from the browser?
Only Mockaroo is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. ddownload needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are ddownload and Mockaroo free for commercial use?
ddownload has unclear commercial terms, and Mockaroo 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.