DiscGolf vs WhiskyHunter
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DiscGolf vs WhiskyHunter: common questions
Which is more reliable, DiscGolf or WhiskyHunter?
On our scheduled checks, DiscGolf leads on measured uptime — DiscGolf at 100% versus WhiskyHunter at 97.1% 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, DiscGolf or WhiskyHunter?
DiscGolf has the lower median latency in our checks — DiscGolf responds in 762 ms versus WhiskyHunter at 885 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 WhiskyHunter need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — DiscGolf is callable with no signup, and WhiskyHunter is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call DiscGolf and WhiskyHunter from the browser?
Only DiscGolf is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. WhiskyHunter needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are DiscGolf and WhiskyHunter free for commercial use?
DiscGolf has unclear commercial terms, and WhiskyHunter 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.