GoldBean vs SHARE
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GoldBean vs SHARE: common questions
Which is more reliable, GoldBean or SHARE?
Both are neck-and-neck — GoldBean and SHARE 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 SHARE?
SHARE has the lower median latency in our checks — GoldBean responds in 875 ms versus SHARE at 353 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 SHARE need an API key?
SHARE needs no key, while GoldBean requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for SHARE first.
Can I call GoldBean and SHARE from the browser?
Yes — both GoldBean and SHARE 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 SHARE free for commercial use?
GoldBean has unclear commercial terms, and SHARE 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.