JSONPlaceholder vs YADG
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
JSONPlaceholder vs YADG: common questions
Which is more reliable, JSONPlaceholder or YADG?
On our scheduled checks, JSONPlaceholder leads on measured uptime — JSONPlaceholder at 100% versus YADG at 2.9% 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, JSONPlaceholder or YADG?
JSONPlaceholder has the lower median latency in our checks — JSONPlaceholder responds in 401 ms versus YADG at 1308 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 JSONPlaceholder and YADG need an API key?
JSONPlaceholder needs no key, while YADG requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for JSONPlaceholder first.
Can I call JSONPlaceholder and YADG from the browser?
Only JSONPlaceholder is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. YADG needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are JSONPlaceholder and YADG free for commercial use?
JSONPlaceholder has unclear commercial terms, and YADG 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.