OpenRegistry vs REG-Vault
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
OpenRegistry vs REG-Vault: common questions
Which is more reliable, OpenRegistry or REG-Vault?
On our scheduled checks, REG-Vault leads on measured uptime — OpenRegistry at 80.0% versus REG-Vault at 96.1% 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, OpenRegistry or REG-Vault?
REG-Vault has the lower median latency in our checks — OpenRegistry responds in 241 ms versus REG-Vault at 186 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 OpenRegistry and REG-Vault need an API key?
REG-Vault needs no key, while OpenRegistry requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for REG-Vault first.
Can I call OpenRegistry and REG-Vault from the browser?
Only REG-Vault is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. OpenRegistry needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are OpenRegistry and REG-Vault free for commercial use?
OpenRegistry has unclear commercial terms, and REG-Vault 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.