Poof vs ShotOG
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Poof vs ShotOG: common questions
Which is more reliable, Poof or ShotOG?
On our scheduled checks, ShotOG leads on measured uptime — Poof at —% versus ShotOG 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 Poof and ShotOG need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — Poof uses an API key and ShotOG uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call Poof and ShotOG from the browser?
Only Poof is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. ShotOG needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Poof and ShotOG free for commercial use?
Poof has unclear commercial terms, and ShotOG 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.