DownStatus vs Quip API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DownStatus vs Quip API: common questions
Which is more reliable, DownStatus or Quip API?
On our scheduled checks, DownStatus leads on measured uptime — DownStatus at 60.8% versus Quip API 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 Quip API need an API key?
DownStatus needs no key, while Quip API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for DownStatus first.
Can I call DownStatus and Quip API from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call DownStatus and Quip API 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 Quip API free for commercial use?
DownStatus has unclear commercial terms, and Quip 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.