PlaceDog vs RandomDog
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
PlaceDog vs RandomDog: common questions
Which is more reliable, PlaceDog or RandomDog?
On our scheduled checks, RandomDog leads on measured uptime — PlaceDog at 97.1% versus RandomDog at 100% 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, PlaceDog or RandomDog?
RandomDog has the lower median latency in our checks — PlaceDog responds in 405 ms versus RandomDog at 318 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 PlaceDog and RandomDog need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — PlaceDog is callable with no signup, and RandomDog is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call PlaceDog and RandomDog from the browser?
Only RandomDog is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. PlaceDog needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are PlaceDog and RandomDog free for commercial use?
PlaceDog has unclear commercial terms, and RandomDog 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.