DownStatus vs Logotypes
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DownStatus vs Logotypes: common questions
Which is more reliable, DownStatus or Logotypes?
On our scheduled checks, Logotypes leads on measured uptime — DownStatus at 60.8% versus Logotypes at 82.4% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, DownStatus or Logotypes?
DownStatus has the lower median latency in our checks — DownStatus responds in 589 ms versus Logotypes at 3861 ms (P50). Tail latency (P95) is in the table above; for most workloads the median is the number that shapes how the API feels.
Do DownStatus and Logotypes need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — DownStatus is callable with no signup, and Logotypes is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call DownStatus and Logotypes from the browser?
Only Logotypes is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. DownStatus needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are DownStatus and Logotypes free for commercial use?
DownStatus has unclear commercial terms, and Logotypes 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.