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