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