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Lichess vs RuneScape

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

APILichessNEW—RuneScapeNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified (© Jagex)
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree, no API key
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

Lichess vs RuneScape: common questions

Which is more reliable, Lichess or RuneScape?

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

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

Can I call Lichess and RuneScape from the browser?

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

Are Lichess and RuneScape free for commercial use?

Lichess has unclear commercial terms, and RuneScape 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.