PotterDB vs RAWG.io

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms
P95 · ms
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverified (data derived from Harry Potter Fandom, CC BY-SA)Unverified
Free tierFree — no keyFree tier — key may be required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

PotterDB vs RAWG.io: common questions

Which is more reliable, PotterDB or RAWG.io?

On our scheduled checks, RAWG.io leads on measured uptime — PotterDB at —% versus RAWG.io 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 PotterDB and RAWG.io need an API key?

PotterDB needs no key, while RAWG.io requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for PotterDB first.

Can I call PotterDB and RAWG.io from the browser?

Only PotterDB is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. RAWG.io needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are PotterDB and RAWG.io free for commercial use?

PotterDB has unclear commercial terms, and RAWG.io 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.