FakerAPI vs OOPSpam

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

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms
P95 · ms
Authnonenone
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — no keyFree — limits not published
Rate limit60 req/window · 59 remaining1000 req/window · 999 remaining
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

FakerAPI vs OOPSpam: common questions

Which is more reliable, FakerAPI or OOPSpam?

On our scheduled checks, OOPSpam leads on measured uptime — FakerAPI at —% versus OOPSpam 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 FakerAPI and OOPSpam need an API key?

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

Can I call FakerAPI and OOPSpam from the browser?

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

Are FakerAPI and OOPSpam free for commercial use?

FakerAPI has unclear commercial terms, and OOPSpam 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.