npm Registry vs SnapAPI
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
npm Registry vs SnapAPI: common questions
Which is more reliable, npm Registry or SnapAPI?
On our scheduled checks, SnapAPI leads on measured uptime — npm Registry at —% versus SnapAPI 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 npm Registry and SnapAPI need an API key?
npm Registry needs no key, while SnapAPI requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for npm Registry first.
Can I call npm Registry and SnapAPI from the browser?
Yes — both npm Registry and SnapAPI 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 npm Registry and SnapAPI free for commercial use?
npm Registry has unclear commercial terms, and SnapAPI 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.