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