Mockaroo vs Spoo.me
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Mockaroo vs Spoo.me: common questions
Which is more reliable, Mockaroo or Spoo.me?
On our scheduled checks, Spoo.me leads on measured uptime — Mockaroo at —% versus Spoo.me 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 Mockaroo and Spoo.me need an API key?
Spoo.me needs no key, while Mockaroo requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Spoo.me first.
Can I call Mockaroo and Spoo.me from the browser?
Only Mockaroo is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Spoo.me needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Mockaroo and Spoo.me free for commercial use?
Mockaroo has unclear commercial terms, and Spoo.me 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.