OpenQR vs Random Profiles
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
OpenQR vs Random Profiles: common questions
Which is more reliable, OpenQR or Random Profiles?
Both are neck-and-neck — OpenQR and Random Profiles 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, OpenQR or Random Profiles?
Random Profiles has the lower median latency in our checks — OpenQR responds in 1125 ms versus Random Profiles at 282 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 Random Profiles need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — OpenQR uses an API key and Random Profiles uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call OpenQR and Random Profiles from the browser?
Yes — both OpenQR and Random Profiles 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 Random Profiles free for commercial use?
OpenQR has unclear commercial terms, and Random Profiles 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.