InternetDB API vs PurgoMalum
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
InternetDB API vs PurgoMalum: common questions
Which is more reliable, InternetDB API or PurgoMalum?
On our scheduled checks, PurgoMalum leads on measured uptime — InternetDB API at —% versus PurgoMalum 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 InternetDB API and PurgoMalum need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — InternetDB API is callable with no signup, and PurgoMalum is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call InternetDB API and PurgoMalum from the browser?
Only InternetDB API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. PurgoMalum needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are InternetDB API and PurgoMalum free for commercial use?
InternetDB API has unclear commercial terms, and PurgoMalum 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.