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