F1 API vs Fruityvice
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
F1 API vs Fruityvice: common questions
Which is more reliable, F1 API or Fruityvice?
On our scheduled checks, Fruityvice leads on measured uptime — F1 API at 45.1% versus Fruityvice 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, F1 API or Fruityvice?
Fruityvice has the lower median latency in our checks — F1 API responds in 4909 ms versus Fruityvice at 951 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 F1 API and Fruityvice need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — F1 API is callable with no signup, and Fruityvice is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call F1 API and Fruityvice from the browser?
Only F1 API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Fruityvice needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are F1 API and Fruityvice free for commercial use?
F1 API has unclear commercial terms, and Fruityvice 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.