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DummyJSON vs FakerAPI

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

APIDummyJSONHEALTHY100FakerAPIDEAD0
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%0.0%
Uptime · 30d100%0.0%
P50 · ms91—
P95 · ms1929—
Authnonenone
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — no keyFree — no key
Rate limit100 req/window · 99 remaining · resets 178351024360 req/window · 59 remaining
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

DummyJSON vs FakerAPI: common questions

Which is more reliable, DummyJSON or FakerAPI?

On our scheduled checks, DummyJSON leads on measured uptime — DummyJSON at 100% versus FakerAPI at 0.0% 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 FakerAPI need an API key?

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

Can I call DummyJSON and FakerAPI from the browser?

Only DummyJSON is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. FakerAPI needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are DummyJSON and FakerAPI free for commercial use?

DummyJSON has unclear commercial terms, and FakerAPI 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.