Packagist vs Random Profiles
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Packagist vs Random Profiles: common questions
Which is more reliable, Packagist or Random Profiles?
Both are neck-and-neck — Packagist 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, Packagist or Random Profiles?
Packagist has the lower median latency in our checks — Packagist responds in 61 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 Packagist and Random Profiles need an API key?
Packagist needs no key, while Random Profiles requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Packagist first.
Can I call Packagist and Random Profiles from the browser?
Only Random Profiles is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Packagist needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Packagist and Random Profiles free for commercial use?
Packagist 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.