Pokémon TCG vs PotterDB
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Pokémon TCG vs PotterDB: common questions
Which is more reliable, Pokémon TCG or PotterDB?
On our scheduled checks, PotterDB leads on measured uptime — Pokémon TCG at 17.6% versus PotterDB 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, Pokémon TCG or PotterDB?
PotterDB has the lower median latency in our checks — Pokémon TCG responds in 797 ms versus PotterDB at 525 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 Pokémon TCG and PotterDB need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Pokémon TCG is callable with no signup, and PotterDB is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Pokémon TCG and PotterDB from the browser?
Only PotterDB is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Pokémon TCG needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Pokémon TCG and PotterDB free for commercial use?
Pokémon TCG has unclear commercial terms, and PotterDB 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.