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