Makeup vs Strava
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Makeup vs Strava: common questions
Which is more reliable, Makeup or Strava?
On our scheduled checks, Strava leads on measured uptime — Makeup at —% versus Strava 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 Makeup and Strava need an API key?
Makeup needs no key, while Strava requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Makeup first.
Can I call Makeup and Strava from the browser?
Only Strava is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Makeup needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Makeup and Strava free for commercial use?
Makeup has unclear commercial terms, and Strava 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.