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OpenQR vs PyPI

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

APIOpenQRNEW—PyPINEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthapiKeynone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree tier — key may be requiredFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

OpenQR vs PyPI: common questions

Which is more reliable, OpenQR or PyPI?

On our scheduled checks, PyPI leads on measured uptime — OpenQR at —% versus PyPI 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 OpenQR and PyPI need an API key?

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

Can I call OpenQR and PyPI from the browser?

Yes — both OpenQR and PyPI 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 PyPI free for commercial use?

OpenQR has unclear commercial terms, and PyPI 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.