LectServe vs Kickbox

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

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms
P95 · ms
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSnoyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree — open disposable-address check
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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LectServe vs Kickbox: common questions

Which is more reliable, LectServe or Kickbox?

On our scheduled checks, Kickbox leads on measured uptime — LectServe at —% versus Kickbox 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 LectServe and Kickbox need an API key?

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

Can I call LectServe and Kickbox from the browser?

Only Kickbox is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. LectServe needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are LectServe and Kickbox free for commercial use?

LectServe has unclear commercial terms, and Kickbox 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.