DownStatus vs Random Profiles
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DownStatus vs Random Profiles: common questions
Which is more reliable, DownStatus or Random Profiles?
On our scheduled checks, Random Profiles leads on measured uptime — DownStatus at 60.8% versus Random Profiles 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 Random Profiles?
Random Profiles has the lower median latency in our checks — DownStatus responds in 589 ms versus Random Profiles at 282 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 Random Profiles need an API key?
DownStatus needs no key, while Random Profiles requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for DownStatus first.
Can I call DownStatus and Random Profiles from the browser?
Only Random Profiles 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 Random Profiles free for commercial use?
DownStatus has unclear commercial terms, and Random Profiles 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.