DigitalOcean Status vs DownStatus
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DigitalOcean Status vs DownStatus: common questions
Which is more reliable, DigitalOcean Status or DownStatus?
On our scheduled checks, DownStatus leads on measured uptime — DigitalOcean Status at —% versus DownStatus 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 DigitalOcean Status and DownStatus need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — DigitalOcean Status is callable with no signup, and DownStatus is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call DigitalOcean Status and DownStatus from the browser?
Yes — both DigitalOcean Status and DownStatus 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 DigitalOcean Status and DownStatus free for commercial use?
DigitalOcean Status has unclear commercial terms, and DownStatus 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.