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DummyJSON vs ParlayAPI

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

APIDummyJSONHEALTHY100ParlayAPIREACHABLE88
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%87.5%
Uptime · 30d100%87.5%
P50 · ms91211
P95 · ms19291536
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverified
Free tierFree — no key
Rate limit100 req/window · 99 remaining · resets 1783510243
In directory since2026-07-052026-10-04
operationalpartialdownno data

DummyJSON vs ParlayAPI: common questions

Which is more reliable, DummyJSON or ParlayAPI?

On our scheduled checks, DummyJSON leads on measured uptime — DummyJSON at 100% versus ParlayAPI at 87.5% 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 ParlayAPI?

DummyJSON has the lower median latency in our checks — DummyJSON responds in 91 ms versus ParlayAPI at 211 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 ParlayAPI need an API key?

DummyJSON needs no key, while ParlayAPI requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for DummyJSON first.

Can I call DummyJSON and ParlayAPI from the browser?

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

Are DummyJSON and ParlayAPI free for commercial use?

DummyJSON has unclear commercial terms, and ParlayAPI 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.