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FakerAPI vs Nationalize.io

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

APIFakerAPIDEAD0Nationalize.ioHEALTHY93
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d1.0%97.1%
Uptime · 30d0.0%100%
P50 · ms860448
P95 · ms860985
Authnonenone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — no keyKeyless usage limited (x-rate-limit-limit: 25 observed); 2,500 names/mo with a free key
Rate limit60 req/window · 59 remainingKeyless cap 25 per x-rate-limit-limit header; remaining/reset exposed in response headers
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

FakerAPI vs Nationalize.io: common questions

Which is more reliable, FakerAPI or Nationalize.io?

On our scheduled checks, Nationalize.io leads on measured uptime — FakerAPI at 1.0% versus Nationalize.io at 97.1% 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, FakerAPI or Nationalize.io?

Nationalize.io has the lower median latency in our checks — FakerAPI responds in 860 ms versus Nationalize.io at 448 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 FakerAPI and Nationalize.io need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — FakerAPI is callable with no signup, and Nationalize.io is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

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

Only Nationalize.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 Nationalize.io free for commercial use?

FakerAPI has unclear commercial terms, and Nationalize.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.