OpenQR vs SampleAPIs
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
OpenQR vs SampleAPIs: common questions
Which is more reliable, OpenQR or SampleAPIs?
Both are neck-and-neck — OpenQR and SampleAPIs 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 SampleAPIs?
SampleAPIs has the lower median latency in our checks — OpenQR responds in 1125 ms versus SampleAPIs at 471 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 SampleAPIs need an API key?
SampleAPIs needs no key, while OpenQR requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for SampleAPIs first.
Can I call OpenQR and SampleAPIs from the browser?
Yes — both OpenQR and SampleAPIs 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 SampleAPIs free for commercial use?
OpenQR has unclear commercial terms, and SampleAPIs 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.