OOPSpam vs Shotstack

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

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%100%
Uptime · 30d100%100%
P50 · ms2171167
P95 · ms3602832
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — API key required
Rate limit1000 req/window · 999 remainingUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

OOPSpam vs Shotstack: common questions

Which is more reliable, OOPSpam or Shotstack?

Both are neck-and-neck — OOPSpam and Shotstack each measure 100% 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, OOPSpam or Shotstack?

OOPSpam has the lower median latency in our checks — OOPSpam responds in 217 ms versus Shotstack at 1167 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 OOPSpam and Shotstack need an API key?

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

Can I call OOPSpam and Shotstack from the browser?

Only Shotstack 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 OOPSpam and Shotstack free for commercial use?

OOPSpam has unclear commercial terms, and Shotstack 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.