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DownStatus vs Geocoder REST API

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIDownStatusNEW—Geocoder REST APINEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — no API key (per docs)Free tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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DownStatus vs Geocoder REST API: common questions

Which is more reliable, DownStatus or Geocoder REST API?

On our scheduled checks, Geocoder REST API leads on measured uptime — DownStatus at —% versus Geocoder REST API 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 Geocoder REST API need an API key?

DownStatus needs no key, while Geocoder REST API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for DownStatus first.

Can I call DownStatus and Geocoder REST API from the browser?

Only DownStatus is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Geocoder REST API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are DownStatus and Geocoder REST API free for commercial use?

DownStatus has unclear commercial terms, and Geocoder REST API 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.