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English Random Words vs MangaTranslate API

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

APIEnglish Random WordsHEALTHY70MangaTranslate APIHEALTHY96
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d58.4%100%
Uptime · 30d36.2%100%
P50 · ms503330
P95 · ms1075876
Authnonenone
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not published
Rate limit30 req/window · 6 remaining · resets 585
In directory since2026-07-052026-10-04
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English Random Words vs MangaTranslate API: common questions

Which is more reliable, English Random Words or MangaTranslate API?

On our scheduled checks, MangaTranslate API leads on measured uptime — English Random Words at 58.4% versus MangaTranslate API at 100% 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, English Random Words or MangaTranslate API?

MangaTranslate API has the lower median latency in our checks — English Random Words responds in 503 ms versus MangaTranslate API at 330 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 English Random Words and MangaTranslate API need an API key?

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

Can I call English Random Words and MangaTranslate API from the browser?

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

Are English Random Words and MangaTranslate API free for commercial use?

English Random Words has unclear commercial terms, and MangaTranslate 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.