Digimon API vs Shodan EntityDB API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Digimon API vs Shodan EntityDB API: common questions
Which is more reliable, Digimon API or Shodan EntityDB API?
Both are neck-and-neck — Digimon API and Shodan EntityDB API each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, Digimon API or Shodan EntityDB API?
Digimon API has the lower median latency in our checks — Digimon API responds in 40 ms versus Shodan EntityDB API at 918 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 Digimon API and Shodan EntityDB API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Digimon API is callable with no signup, and Shodan EntityDB API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Digimon API and Shodan EntityDB API from the browser?
Only Digimon API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Shodan EntityDB API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Digimon API and Shodan EntityDB API free for commercial use?
Digimon API has unclear commercial terms, and Shodan EntityDB API 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.