Packagist vs SiteIntel
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Packagist vs SiteIntel: common questions
Which is more reliable, Packagist or SiteIntel?
On our scheduled checks, SiteIntel leads on measured uptime — Packagist at —% versus SiteIntel 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 SiteIntel need an API key?
Packagist needs no key, while SiteIntel requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Packagist first.
Can I call Packagist and SiteIntel from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call Packagist and SiteIntel from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are Packagist and SiteIntel free for commercial use?
Packagist has unclear commercial terms, and SiteIntel 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.