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English Random Words vs Shotstack

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

APIEnglish Random WordsNEW—ShotstackNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — API key required
Rate limit30 req/window · 6 remaining · resets 585Unpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

English Random Words vs Shotstack: common questions

Which is more reliable, English Random Words or Shotstack?

On our scheduled checks, Shotstack leads on measured uptime — English Random Words at —% versus Shotstack 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 Shotstack need an API key?

English Random Words needs no key, while Shotstack requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for English Random Words first.

Can I call English Random Words and Shotstack from the browser?

Yes — both English Random Words and Shotstack 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 Shotstack free for commercial use?

English Random Words has unclear commercial terms, and Shotstack 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.