DigitalOcean Status vs OpenQR
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DigitalOcean Status vs OpenQR: common questions
Which is more reliable, DigitalOcean Status or OpenQR?
On our scheduled checks, OpenQR leads on measured uptime — DigitalOcean Status at 99.02% versus OpenQR at 100% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, DigitalOcean Status or OpenQR?
DigitalOcean Status has the lower median latency in our checks — DigitalOcean Status responds in 422 ms versus OpenQR at 1125 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 DigitalOcean Status and OpenQR need an API key?
DigitalOcean Status needs no key, while OpenQR requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for DigitalOcean Status first.
Can I call DigitalOcean Status and OpenQR from the browser?
Yes — both DigitalOcean Status and OpenQR 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 OpenQR free for commercial use?
DigitalOcean Status has unclear commercial terms, and OpenQR 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.