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Medium vs Riddles API

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

APIMediumNEW—Riddles APINEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthapiKeynone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree tier — API key requiredFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Medium vs Riddles API: common questions

Which is more reliable, Medium or Riddles API?

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

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

Can I call Medium and Riddles API from the browser?

Yes — both Medium and Riddles 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 Medium and Riddles API free for commercial use?

Medium has unclear commercial terms, and Riddles 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.