FFXIV Collect vs Hyrule Compendium
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
FFXIV Collect vs Hyrule Compendium: common questions
Which is more reliable, FFXIV Collect or Hyrule Compendium?
On our scheduled checks, Hyrule Compendium leads on measured uptime — FFXIV Collect at —% versus Hyrule Compendium 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 FFXIV Collect and Hyrule Compendium need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — FFXIV Collect is callable with no signup, and Hyrule Compendium is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call FFXIV Collect and Hyrule Compendium from the browser?
Only Hyrule Compendium is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. FFXIV Collect needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are FFXIV Collect and Hyrule Compendium free for commercial use?
FFXIV Collect has unclear commercial terms, and Hyrule Compendium 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.