Lanyard vs TimeZones iCal Library
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Lanyard vs TimeZones iCal Library: common questions
Which is more reliable, Lanyard or TimeZones iCal Library?
On our scheduled checks, TimeZones iCal Library leads on measured uptime — Lanyard at 99.02% versus TimeZones iCal Library at 100% 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, Lanyard or TimeZones iCal Library?
Lanyard has the lower median latency in our checks — Lanyard responds in 279 ms versus TimeZones iCal Library at 337 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 Lanyard and TimeZones iCal Library need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Lanyard is callable with no signup, and TimeZones iCal Library is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Lanyard and TimeZones iCal Library from the browser?
Yes — both Lanyard and TimeZones iCal Library 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 Lanyard and TimeZones iCal Library free for commercial use?
Lanyard has unclear commercial terms, and TimeZones iCal Library 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.