Fake JSON API vs US Autocomplete
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Fake JSON API vs US Autocomplete: common questions
Which is more reliable, Fake JSON API or US Autocomplete?
On our scheduled checks, US Autocomplete leads on measured uptime — Fake JSON API at —% versus US Autocomplete 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 Fake JSON API and US Autocomplete need an API key?
Fake JSON API needs no key, while US Autocomplete requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Fake JSON API first.
Can I call Fake JSON API and US Autocomplete from the browser?
Yes — both Fake JSON API and US Autocomplete 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 Fake JSON API and US Autocomplete free for commercial use?
Fake JSON API has unclear commercial terms, and US Autocomplete 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.