DummyJSON vs English Random Words

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms
P95 · ms
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — no keyFree — limits not published
Rate limit100 req/window · 99 remaining · resets 178351024330 req/window · 6 remaining · resets 585
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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DummyJSON vs English Random Words: common questions

Which is more reliable, DummyJSON or English Random Words?

On our scheduled checks, English Random Words leads on measured uptime — DummyJSON at —% versus English Random Words 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 DummyJSON and English Random Words need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — DummyJSON is callable with no signup, and English Random Words is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call DummyJSON and English Random Words from the browser?

Yes — both DummyJSON and English Random Words 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 DummyJSON and English Random Words free for commercial use?

DummyJSON has unclear commercial terms, and English Random Words 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.