MetalpriceAPI vs PredScope
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
MetalpriceAPI vs PredScope: common questions
Which is more reliable, MetalpriceAPI or PredScope?
On our scheduled checks, PredScope leads on measured uptime — MetalpriceAPI at 98.0% versus PredScope at 100% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, MetalpriceAPI or PredScope?
MetalpriceAPI has the lower median latency in our checks — MetalpriceAPI responds in 208 ms versus PredScope at 326 ms (P50). Tail latency (P95) is in the table above; for most workloads the median is the number that shapes how the API feels.
Do MetalpriceAPI and PredScope need an API key?
PredScope needs no key, while MetalpriceAPI requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for PredScope first.
Can I call MetalpriceAPI and PredScope from the browser?
Yes — both MetalpriceAPI and PredScope 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 MetalpriceAPI and PredScope free for commercial use?
MetalpriceAPI has unclear commercial terms, and PredScope 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.