DownStatus vs OnSched Consumer API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DownStatus vs OnSched Consumer API: common questions
Which is more reliable, DownStatus or OnSched Consumer API?
On our scheduled checks, OnSched Consumer API leads on measured uptime — DownStatus at 60.8% versus OnSched Consumer API at 100% 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 OnSched Consumer API?
DownStatus has the lower median latency in our checks — DownStatus responds in 589 ms versus OnSched Consumer API at 722 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 OnSched Consumer API need an API key?
DownStatus needs no key, while OnSched Consumer API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for DownStatus first.
Can I call DownStatus and OnSched Consumer API from the browser?
Only OnSched Consumer API 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 OnSched Consumer API free for commercial use?
DownStatus has unclear commercial terms, and OnSched Consumer 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.