GoldBean vs ISRO
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GoldBean vs ISRO: common questions
Which is more reliable, GoldBean or ISRO?
Both are neck-and-neck — GoldBean and ISRO each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, GoldBean or ISRO?
ISRO has the lower median latency in our checks — GoldBean responds in 875 ms versus ISRO at 369 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 GoldBean and ISRO need an API key?
ISRO needs no key, while GoldBean requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for ISRO first.
Can I call GoldBean and ISRO from the browser?
Yes — both GoldBean and ISRO 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 GoldBean and ISRO free for commercial use?
GoldBean has unclear commercial terms, and ISRO 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.