HackerNews vs Tumblr
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
HackerNews vs Tumblr: common questions
Which is more reliable, HackerNews or Tumblr?
Both are neck-and-neck — HackerNews and Tumblr 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 Tumblr?
Tumblr has the lower median latency in our checks — HackerNews responds in 380 ms versus Tumblr at 208 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 Tumblr need an API key?
HackerNews needs no key, while Tumblr requires OAuth. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for HackerNews first.
Can I call HackerNews and Tumblr from the browser?
Yes — both HackerNews and Tumblr 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 Tumblr free for commercial use?
HackerNews has unclear commercial terms, and Tumblr 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.