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Magic 8-Ball API vs TimeAPI.io

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

APIMagic 8-Ball APINEW—TimeAPI.ioNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Magic 8-Ball API vs TimeAPI.io: common questions

Which is more reliable, Magic 8-Ball API or TimeAPI.io?

On our scheduled checks, TimeAPI.io leads on measured uptime — Magic 8-Ball API at —% versus TimeAPI.io 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 Magic 8-Ball API and TimeAPI.io need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — Magic 8-Ball API is callable with no signup, and TimeAPI.io is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call Magic 8-Ball API and TimeAPI.io from the browser?

Only TimeAPI.io is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Magic 8-Ball API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are Magic 8-Ball API and TimeAPI.io free for commercial use?

Magic 8-Ball API has unclear commercial terms, and TimeAPI.io 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.