DownStatus vs Sheet2API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DownStatus vs Sheet2API: common questions
Which is more reliable, DownStatus or Sheet2API?
On our scheduled checks, Sheet2API leads on measured uptime — DownStatus at 60.8% versus Sheet2API at 99.02% 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 Sheet2API?
DownStatus has the lower median latency in our checks — DownStatus responds in 589 ms versus Sheet2API at 3070 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 Sheet2API need an API key?
DownStatus needs no key, while Sheet2API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for DownStatus first.
Can I call DownStatus and Sheet2API from the browser?
Only Sheet2API 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 Sheet2API free for commercial use?
DownStatus has unclear commercial terms, and Sheet2API 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.