OpenSanctions vs Platzi Fake Store
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
OpenSanctions vs Platzi Fake Store: common questions
Which is more reliable, OpenSanctions or Platzi Fake Store?
Both are neck-and-neck — OpenSanctions and Platzi Fake Store 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, OpenSanctions or Platzi Fake Store?
OpenSanctions has the lower median latency in our checks — OpenSanctions responds in 387 ms versus Platzi Fake Store at 586 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 OpenSanctions and Platzi Fake Store need an API key?
OpenSanctions needs no key, while Platzi Fake Store requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for OpenSanctions first.
Can I call OpenSanctions and Platzi Fake Store from the browser?
Yes — both OpenSanctions and Platzi Fake Store 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 OpenSanctions and Platzi Fake Store free for commercial use?
OpenSanctions has unclear commercial terms, and Platzi Fake Store 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.