ddownload vs RubyGems
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
ddownload vs RubyGems: common questions
Which is more reliable, ddownload or RubyGems?
On our scheduled checks, ddownload leads on measured uptime — ddownload at 100% versus RubyGems 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, ddownload or RubyGems?
RubyGems has the lower median latency in our checks — ddownload responds in 365 ms versus RubyGems at 311 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 ddownload and RubyGems need an API key?
RubyGems needs no key, while ddownload requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for RubyGems first.
Can I call ddownload and RubyGems from the browser?
Only RubyGems 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 RubyGems free for commercial use?
ddownload has unclear commercial terms, and RubyGems 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.