Kanji API vs Wizard World

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%99.44%
Uptime · 30d100%100%
P50 · ms223350
P95 · ms29514047
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Kanji API vs Wizard World: common questions

Which is more reliable, Kanji API or Wizard World?

On our scheduled checks, Kanji API leads on measured uptime — Kanji API at 100% versus Wizard World at 99.44% 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 Wizard World?

Kanji API has the lower median latency in our checks — Kanji API responds in 223 ms versus Wizard World at 350 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 Wizard World need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — Kanji API is callable with no signup, and Wizard World is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call Kanji API and Wizard World from the browser?

Yes — both Kanji API and Wizard World send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.

Are Kanji API and Wizard World free for commercial use?

Kanji API has unclear commercial terms, and Wizard World 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.