iDigBio vs ITIS
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
iDigBio vs ITIS: common questions
Which is more reliable, iDigBio or ITIS?
On our scheduled checks, ITIS leads on measured uptime — iDigBio at 92.2% versus ITIS at 97.1% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, iDigBio or ITIS?
iDigBio has the lower median latency in our checks — iDigBio responds in 1700 ms versus ITIS at 1767 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 iDigBio and ITIS need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — iDigBio is callable with no signup, and ITIS is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call iDigBio and ITIS from the browser?
Only iDigBio is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. ITIS needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are iDigBio and ITIS free for commercial use?
iDigBio has unclear commercial terms, and ITIS 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.