Numverify vs Packagist
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Numverify vs Packagist: common questions
Which is more reliable, Numverify or Packagist?
On our scheduled checks, Packagist leads on measured uptime — Numverify at —% versus Packagist 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 Numverify and Packagist need an API key?
Packagist needs no key, while Numverify requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Packagist first.
Can I call Numverify and Packagist from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call Numverify and Packagist from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are Numverify and Packagist free for commercial use?
Numverify has unclear commercial terms, and Packagist 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.