Newton vs TLE
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Newton vs TLE: common questions
Which is more reliable, Newton or TLE?
On our scheduled checks, Newton leads on measured uptime — Newton at 100% versus TLE at 88.2% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, Newton or TLE?
Newton has the lower median latency in our checks — Newton responds in 323 ms versus TLE at 1090 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 Newton and TLE need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Newton is callable with no signup, and TLE is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Newton and TLE from the browser?
Yes — both Newton and TLE 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 Newton and TLE free for commercial use?
Newton has unclear commercial terms, and TLE 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.