DownStatus vs Gyazo
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DownStatus vs Gyazo: common questions
Which is more reliable, DownStatus or Gyazo?
On our scheduled checks, DownStatus leads on measured uptime — DownStatus at 60.8% versus Gyazo at 0.0% 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 Gyazo need an API key?
DownStatus needs no key, while Gyazo requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for DownStatus first.
Can I call DownStatus and Gyazo from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call DownStatus and Gyazo from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are DownStatus and Gyazo free for commercial use?
DownStatus has unclear commercial terms, and Gyazo 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.