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