PlayerDB vs Traveller Map
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
PlayerDB vs Traveller Map: common questions
Which is more reliable, PlayerDB or Traveller Map?
On our scheduled checks, PlayerDB leads on measured uptime — PlayerDB at 100% versus Traveller Map at 99.02% 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, PlayerDB or Traveller Map?
PlayerDB has the lower median latency in our checks — PlayerDB responds in 41 ms versus Traveller Map at 1184 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 PlayerDB and Traveller Map need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — PlayerDB is callable with no signup, and Traveller Map is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call PlayerDB and Traveller Map from the browser?
Yes — both PlayerDB and Traveller Map send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are PlayerDB and Traveller Map free for commercial use?
PlayerDB has unclear commercial terms, and Traveller Map 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.