Kickbox vs Lanyard
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Kickbox vs Lanyard: common questions
Which is more reliable, Kickbox or Lanyard?
On our scheduled checks, Lanyard leads on measured uptime — Kickbox at —% versus Lanyard 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 Kickbox and Lanyard need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Kickbox is callable with no signup, and Lanyard is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Kickbox and Lanyard from the browser?
Yes — both Kickbox and Lanyard 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 Kickbox and Lanyard free for commercial use?
Kickbox has unclear commercial terms, and Lanyard 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.