PageBolt vs SampleAPIs
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
PageBolt vs SampleAPIs: common questions
Which is more reliable, PageBolt or SampleAPIs?
On our scheduled checks, SampleAPIs leads on measured uptime — PageBolt at —% versus SampleAPIs 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 PageBolt and SampleAPIs need an API key?
SampleAPIs needs no key, while PageBolt requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for SampleAPIs first.
Can I call PageBolt and SampleAPIs from the browser?
Only SampleAPIs is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. PageBolt needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are PageBolt and SampleAPIs free for commercial use?
PageBolt has unclear commercial terms, and SampleAPIs 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.