OnSched Consumer API vs OOPSpam
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
OnSched Consumer API vs OOPSpam: common questions
Which is more reliable, OnSched Consumer API or OOPSpam?
On our scheduled checks, OOPSpam leads on measured uptime — OnSched Consumer API at —% versus OOPSpam 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 OnSched Consumer API and OOPSpam need an API key?
OOPSpam needs no key, while OnSched Consumer API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for OOPSpam first.
Can I call OnSched Consumer API and OOPSpam from the browser?
Only OnSched Consumer API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. OOPSpam needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are OnSched Consumer API and OOPSpam free for commercial use?
OnSched Consumer API has unclear commercial terms, and OOPSpam 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.