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