DigitalOcean Status vs RSQ API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DigitalOcean Status vs RSQ API: common questions
Which is more reliable, DigitalOcean Status or RSQ API?
On our scheduled checks, RSQ API leads on measured uptime — DigitalOcean Status at 99.02% versus RSQ API 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 RSQ API?
DigitalOcean Status has the lower median latency in our checks — DigitalOcean Status responds in 422 ms versus RSQ API at 783 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 RSQ API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — DigitalOcean Status is callable with no signup, and RSQ API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call DigitalOcean Status and RSQ API from the browser?
Only DigitalOcean Status is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. RSQ API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are DigitalOcean Status and RSQ API free for commercial use?
DigitalOcean Status has unclear commercial terms, and RSQ 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.