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Httpbin vs Piloterr

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIHttpbinNEW—PiloterrNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

Httpbin vs Piloterr: common questions

Which is more reliable, Httpbin or Piloterr?

On our scheduled checks, Piloterr leads on measured uptime — Httpbin at —% versus Piloterr 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 Httpbin and Piloterr need an API key?

Httpbin needs no key, while Piloterr requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Httpbin first.

Can I call Httpbin and Piloterr from the browser?

Only Httpbin is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Piloterr needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are Httpbin and Piloterr free for commercial use?

Httpbin has unclear commercial terms, and Piloterr 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.