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