DummyJSON vs FakeStoreAPI
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DummyJSON vs FakeStoreAPI: common questions
Which is more reliable, DummyJSON or FakeStoreAPI?
On our scheduled checks, DummyJSON leads on measured uptime — DummyJSON at 100% versus FakeStoreAPI at 93.8% 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, DummyJSON or FakeStoreAPI?
DummyJSON has the lower median latency in our checks — DummyJSON responds in 91 ms versus FakeStoreAPI at 313 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 DummyJSON and FakeStoreAPI need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — DummyJSON is callable with no signup, and FakeStoreAPI is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call DummyJSON and FakeStoreAPI from the browser?
Yes — both DummyJSON and FakeStoreAPI 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 FakeStoreAPI free for commercial use?
DummyJSON has unclear commercial terms, and FakeStoreAPI 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.