DownStatus vs Sheetsu
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DownStatus vs Sheetsu: common questions
Which is more reliable, DownStatus or Sheetsu?
On our scheduled checks, Sheetsu leads on measured uptime — DownStatus at 60.8% versus Sheetsu 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 Sheetsu?
Sheetsu has the lower median latency in our checks — DownStatus responds in 589 ms versus Sheetsu at 572 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 Sheetsu need an API key?
DownStatus needs no key, while Sheetsu requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for DownStatus first.
Can I call DownStatus and Sheetsu from the browser?
Only Sheetsu 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 Sheetsu free for commercial use?
DownStatus has unclear commercial terms, and Sheetsu 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.