Openwhyd vs ThronesApi
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Openwhyd vs ThronesApi: common questions
Which is more reliable, Openwhyd or ThronesApi?
On our scheduled checks, Openwhyd leads on measured uptime — Openwhyd at 98.0% versus ThronesApi at 97.1% 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, Openwhyd or ThronesApi?
Openwhyd has the lower median latency in our checks — Openwhyd responds in 219 ms versus ThronesApi at 890 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 Openwhyd and ThronesApi need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Openwhyd is callable with no signup, and ThronesApi is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Openwhyd and ThronesApi from the browser?
Only ThronesApi is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Openwhyd needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Openwhyd and ThronesApi free for commercial use?
Openwhyd has unclear commercial terms, and ThronesApi 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.