Nationalize.io vs VerifyEd

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d97.1%97.1%
Uptime · 30d100%95.0%
P50 · ms4481933
P95 · ms9853606
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierKeyless usage limited (x-rate-limit-limit: 25 observed); 2,500 names/mo with a free keyFree tier — API key required
Rate limitKeyless cap 25 per x-rate-limit-limit header; remaining/reset exposed in response headers100 req/window · 99 remaining · resets 1783522020
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

Nationalize.io vs VerifyEd: common questions

Which is more reliable, Nationalize.io or VerifyEd?

Both are neck-and-neck — Nationalize.io and VerifyEd each measure 97.1% 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, Nationalize.io or VerifyEd?

Nationalize.io has the lower median latency in our checks — Nationalize.io responds in 448 ms versus VerifyEd at 1933 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 Nationalize.io and VerifyEd need an API key?

Nationalize.io needs no key, while VerifyEd requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Nationalize.io first.

Can I call Nationalize.io and VerifyEd from the browser?

Only Nationalize.io is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. VerifyEd needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are Nationalize.io and VerifyEd free for commercial use?

Nationalize.io has unclear commercial terms, and VerifyEd 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.