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