Hyrule Compendium vs TCGApi
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Hyrule Compendium vs TCGApi: common questions
Which is more reliable, Hyrule Compendium or TCGApi?
Both are neck-and-neck — Hyrule Compendium and TCGApi 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, Hyrule Compendium or TCGApi?
TCGApi has the lower median latency in our checks — Hyrule Compendium responds in 460 ms versus TCGApi at 66 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 Hyrule Compendium and TCGApi need an API key?
Hyrule Compendium needs no key, while TCGApi requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Hyrule Compendium first.
Can I call Hyrule Compendium and TCGApi from the browser?
Yes — both Hyrule Compendium and TCGApi 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 Hyrule Compendium and TCGApi free for commercial use?
Hyrule Compendium has unclear commercial terms, and TCGApi 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.