MeowFacts vs RandomDog
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
MeowFacts vs RandomDog: common questions
Which is more reliable, MeowFacts or RandomDog?
On our scheduled checks, RandomDog leads on measured uptime — MeowFacts at —% versus RandomDog 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 MeowFacts and RandomDog need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — MeowFacts is callable with no signup, and RandomDog is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call MeowFacts and RandomDog from the browser?
Yes — both MeowFacts and RandomDog 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 MeowFacts and RandomDog free for commercial use?
MeowFacts has unclear commercial terms, and RandomDog 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.