DownStatus vs PyPI
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DownStatus vs PyPI: common questions
Which is more reliable, DownStatus or PyPI?
On our scheduled checks, PyPI leads on measured uptime — DownStatus at 60.8% versus PyPI 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 PyPI?
PyPI has the lower median latency in our checks — DownStatus responds in 589 ms versus PyPI at 46 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 PyPI need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — DownStatus is callable with no signup, and PyPI is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call DownStatus and PyPI from the browser?
Only PyPI 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 PyPI free for commercial use?
DownStatus has unclear commercial terms, and PyPI 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.