DigitalOcean Status vs OOPSpam
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DigitalOcean Status vs OOPSpam: common questions
Which is more reliable, DigitalOcean Status or OOPSpam?
On our scheduled checks, OOPSpam leads on measured uptime — DigitalOcean Status at —% versus OOPSpam 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 OOPSpam need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — DigitalOcean Status is callable with no signup, and OOPSpam is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call DigitalOcean Status and OOPSpam from the browser?
Only DigitalOcean Status is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. OOPSpam needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are DigitalOcean Status and OOPSpam free for commercial use?
DigitalOcean Status has unclear commercial terms, and OOPSpam 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.