LibreTranslate vs Poptin API

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

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%100%
Uptime · 30d100%100%
P50 · ms417698
P95 · ms14741705
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverified (software is AGPL-3.0)
Free tierFree — /languages is keyless; hosted /translate may require a key or donation
Rate limitUnpublished (per hosted instance)120 req/window · 119 remaining
In directory since2026-07-052026-10-04
operationalpartialdownno data

LibreTranslate vs Poptin API: common questions

Which is more reliable, LibreTranslate or Poptin API?

Both are neck-and-neck — LibreTranslate and Poptin API each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.

Which is faster, LibreTranslate or Poptin API?

LibreTranslate has the lower median latency in our checks — LibreTranslate responds in 417 ms versus Poptin API at 698 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 LibreTranslate and Poptin API need an API key?

LibreTranslate needs no key, while Poptin API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for LibreTranslate first.

Can I call LibreTranslate and Poptin API from the browser?

Yes — both LibreTranslate and Poptin API 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 LibreTranslate and Poptin API free for commercial use?

LibreTranslate has unclear commercial terms, and Poptin API 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.