DiscGolf vs LAPIS
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DiscGolf vs LAPIS: common questions
Which is more reliable, DiscGolf or LAPIS?
Both are neck-and-neck — DiscGolf and LAPIS each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, DiscGolf or LAPIS?
LAPIS has the lower median latency in our checks — DiscGolf responds in 762 ms versus LAPIS at 524 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 DiscGolf and LAPIS need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — DiscGolf is callable with no signup, and LAPIS is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call DiscGolf and LAPIS from the browser?
Yes — both DiscGolf and LAPIS 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 DiscGolf and LAPIS free for commercial use?
DiscGolf has unclear commercial terms, and LAPIS 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.