FakerAPI vs VatcheckAPI

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

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 VatcheckAPI: common questions

Which is more reliable, FakerAPI or VatcheckAPI?

On our scheduled checks, FakerAPI leads on measured uptime — FakerAPI at 1.0% versus VatcheckAPI 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 VatcheckAPI need an API key?

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

Can I call FakerAPI and VatcheckAPI from the browser?

Only VatcheckAPI 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 VatcheckAPI free for commercial use?

FakerAPI has unclear commercial terms, and VatcheckAPI 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.