PokéAPI vs TCGdex
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
PokéAPI vs TCGdex: common questions
Which is more reliable, PokéAPI or TCGdex?
On our scheduled checks, PokéAPI leads on measured uptime — PokéAPI at 100% versus TCGdex at 98.0% 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, PokéAPI or TCGdex?
PokéAPI has the lower median latency in our checks — PokéAPI responds in 61 ms versus TCGdex at 161 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 PokéAPI and TCGdex need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — PokéAPI is callable with no signup, and TCGdex is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call PokéAPI and TCGdex from the browser?
Yes — both PokéAPI and TCGdex 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 PokéAPI and TCGdex free for commercial use?
PokéAPI is personal/non-commercial only, and TCGdex 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.