FakeStoreAPI vs Sheetsu

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

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d93.8%100%
Uptime · 30d81.0%100%
P50 · ms313364
P95 · ms23051259
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — no key requiredFree tier — key may be required
Rate limitUnpublished90 req/window · 89 remaining
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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FakeStoreAPI vs Sheetsu: common questions

Which is more reliable, FakeStoreAPI or Sheetsu?

On our scheduled checks, Sheetsu leads on measured uptime — FakeStoreAPI at 93.8% versus Sheetsu at 100% 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, FakeStoreAPI or Sheetsu?

FakeStoreAPI has the lower median latency in our checks — FakeStoreAPI responds in 313 ms versus Sheetsu at 364 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 FakeStoreAPI and Sheetsu need an API key?

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

Can I call FakeStoreAPI and Sheetsu from the browser?

Yes — both FakeStoreAPI and Sheetsu 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 FakeStoreAPI and Sheetsu free for commercial use?

FakeStoreAPI has unclear commercial terms, and Sheetsu 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.