PostStack vs Remotive
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
PostStack vs Remotive: common questions
Which is more reliable, PostStack or Remotive?
Both are neck-and-neck — PostStack and Remotive each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, PostStack or Remotive?
Remotive has the lower median latency in our checks — PostStack responds in 1066 ms versus Remotive at 612 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 PostStack and Remotive need an API key?
Remotive needs no key, while PostStack requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Remotive first.
Can I call PostStack and Remotive from the browser?
Only Remotive is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. PostStack needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are PostStack and Remotive free for commercial use?
PostStack has unclear commercial terms, and Remotive 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.