ddownload vs Supadata
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
ddownload vs Supadata: common questions
Which is more reliable, ddownload or Supadata?
On our scheduled checks, Supadata leads on measured uptime — ddownload at —% versus Supadata 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 Supadata need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — ddownload uses an API key and Supadata 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 Supadata from the browser?
Only Supadata 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 Supadata free for commercial use?
ddownload has unclear commercial terms, and Supadata 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.