JPL Close Approach vs SkyBiometry
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
JPL Close Approach vs SkyBiometry: common questions
Which is more reliable, JPL Close Approach or SkyBiometry?
On our scheduled checks, SkyBiometry leads on measured uptime — JPL Close Approach at —% versus SkyBiometry 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 JPL Close Approach and SkyBiometry need an API key?
JPL Close Approach needs no key, while SkyBiometry requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for JPL Close Approach first.
Can I call JPL Close Approach and SkyBiometry from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call JPL Close Approach and SkyBiometry from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are JPL Close Approach and SkyBiometry free for commercial use?
JPL Close Approach has unclear commercial terms, and SkyBiometry 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.