HackerNews vs Jobvetta
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
HackerNews vs Jobvetta: common questions
Which is more reliable, HackerNews or Jobvetta?
Both are neck-and-neck — HackerNews and Jobvetta 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, HackerNews or Jobvetta?
Jobvetta has the lower median latency in our checks — HackerNews responds in 228 ms versus Jobvetta at 85 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 HackerNews and Jobvetta need an API key?
HackerNews needs no key, while Jobvetta requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for HackerNews first.
Can I call HackerNews and Jobvetta from the browser?
Yes — both HackerNews and Jobvetta 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 HackerNews and Jobvetta free for commercial use?
HackerNews has unclear commercial terms, and Jobvetta 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.