Kanji API vs KDP Intelligence
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Kanji API vs KDP Intelligence: common questions
Which is more reliable, Kanji API or KDP Intelligence?
On our scheduled checks, Kanji API leads on measured uptime — Kanji API at 100% versus KDP Intelligence at 97.1% 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, Kanji API or KDP Intelligence?
Kanji API has the lower median latency in our checks — Kanji API responds in 395 ms versus KDP Intelligence at 429 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 Kanji API and KDP Intelligence need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Kanji API is callable with no signup, and KDP Intelligence is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Kanji API and KDP Intelligence from the browser?
Only Kanji API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. KDP Intelligence needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Kanji API and KDP Intelligence free for commercial use?
Kanji API has unclear commercial terms, and KDP Intelligence 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.