OpenQR vs PurgoMalum
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
OpenQR vs PurgoMalum: common questions
Which is more reliable, OpenQR or PurgoMalum?
On our scheduled checks, OpenQR leads on measured uptime — OpenQR at 100% versus PurgoMalum at 86.3% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, OpenQR or PurgoMalum?
PurgoMalum has the lower median latency in our checks — OpenQR responds in 1125 ms versus PurgoMalum at 423 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 OpenQR and PurgoMalum need an API key?
PurgoMalum needs no key, while OpenQR requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for PurgoMalum first.
Can I call OpenQR and PurgoMalum from the browser?
Yes — both OpenQR and PurgoMalum 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 OpenQR and PurgoMalum free for commercial use?
OpenQR has unclear commercial terms, and PurgoMalum 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.