PotterDB vs Raider
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
PotterDB vs Raider: common questions
Which is more reliable, PotterDB or Raider?
Both are neck-and-neck — PotterDB and Raider 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, PotterDB or Raider?
Raider has the lower median latency in our checks — PotterDB responds in 525 ms versus Raider at 223 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 PotterDB and Raider need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — PotterDB is callable with no signup, and Raider is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call PotterDB and Raider from the browser?
Yes — both PotterDB and Raider 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 PotterDB and Raider free for commercial use?
PotterDB has unclear commercial terms, and Raider 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.