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FakerAPI vs Host.io

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

APIFakerAPIDEAD0Host.ioDEAD0
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d1.0%0.0%
Uptime · 30d0.0%0.0%
P50 · ms860—
P95 · ms860—
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — no keyFree tier — API key required
Rate limit60 req/window · 59 remainingUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

FakerAPI vs Host.io: common questions

Which is more reliable, FakerAPI or Host.io?

On our scheduled checks, FakerAPI leads on measured uptime — FakerAPI at 1.0% versus Host.io at 0.0% 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 FakerAPI and Host.io need an API key?

FakerAPI needs no key, while Host.io requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for FakerAPI first.

Can I call FakerAPI and Host.io from the browser?

Only Host.io is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. FakerAPI needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are FakerAPI and Host.io free for commercial use?

FakerAPI has unclear commercial terms, and Host.io 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.