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