Mockaroo vs Shodan EntityDB API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Mockaroo vs Shodan EntityDB API: common questions
Which is more reliable, Mockaroo or Shodan EntityDB API?
Both are neck-and-neck — Mockaroo and Shodan EntityDB API each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, Mockaroo or Shodan EntityDB API?
Mockaroo has the lower median latency in our checks — Mockaroo responds in 529 ms versus Shodan EntityDB API at 918 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 Mockaroo and Shodan EntityDB API need an API key?
Shodan EntityDB API needs no key, while Mockaroo requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Shodan EntityDB API first.
Can I call Mockaroo and Shodan EntityDB API from the browser?
Only Mockaroo is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Shodan EntityDB API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Mockaroo and Shodan EntityDB API free for commercial use?
Mockaroo has unclear commercial terms, and Shodan EntityDB 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.