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