PotterDB vs RuneScape
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
PotterDB vs RuneScape: common questions
Which is more reliable, PotterDB or RuneScape?
On our scheduled checks, RuneScape leads on measured uptime — PotterDB at 99.44% versus RuneScape 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, PotterDB or RuneScape?
PotterDB has the lower median latency in our checks — PotterDB responds in 326 ms versus RuneScape at 707 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 RuneScape need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — PotterDB is callable with no signup, and RuneScape is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call PotterDB and RuneScape from the browser?
Only PotterDB is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. RuneScape needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are PotterDB and RuneScape free for commercial use?
PotterDB has unclear commercial terms, and RuneScape 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.