DownStatus vs English Random Words
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DownStatus vs English Random Words: common questions
Which is more reliable, DownStatus or English Random Words?
On our scheduled checks, English Random Words leads on measured uptime — DownStatus at —% versus English Random Words 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 DownStatus and English Random Words need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — DownStatus is callable with no signup, and English Random Words is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call DownStatus and English Random Words from the browser?
Yes — both DownStatus and English Random Words 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 DownStatus and English Random Words free for commercial use?
DownStatus has unclear commercial terms, and English Random Words 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.