GoldBean vs USPTO
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GoldBean vs USPTO: common questions
Which is more reliable, GoldBean or USPTO?
Both are neck-and-neck — GoldBean and USPTO 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 USPTO?
GoldBean has the lower median latency in our checks — GoldBean responds in 875 ms versus USPTO at 1141 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 USPTO need an API key?
USPTO needs no key, while GoldBean requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for USPTO first.
Can I call GoldBean and USPTO from the browser?
Only GoldBean is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. USPTO needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are GoldBean and USPTO free for commercial use?
GoldBean has unclear commercial terms, and USPTO 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.