jsDelivr vs ListLoco API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
jsDelivr vs ListLoco API: common questions
Which is more reliable, jsDelivr or ListLoco API?
Both are neck-and-neck — jsDelivr and ListLoco API 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, jsDelivr or ListLoco API?
ListLoco API has the lower median latency in our checks — jsDelivr responds in 175 ms versus ListLoco API at 127 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 jsDelivr and ListLoco API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — jsDelivr is callable with no signup, and ListLoco API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call jsDelivr and ListLoco API from the browser?
Only jsDelivr is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. ListLoco API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are jsDelivr and ListLoco API free for commercial use?
jsDelivr has unclear commercial terms, and ListLoco API 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.