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Packagist vs Shotstack

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIPackagistNEW—ShotstackNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

Packagist vs Shotstack: common questions

Which is more reliable, Packagist or Shotstack?

On our scheduled checks, Shotstack leads on measured uptime — Packagist at —% versus Shotstack at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.

Do Packagist and Shotstack need an API key?

Packagist needs no key, while Shotstack requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Packagist first.

Can I call Packagist and Shotstack from the browser?

Only Shotstack 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 Shotstack free for commercial use?

Packagist has unclear commercial terms, and Shotstack 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.