PotterDB vs Traveller Map
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
PotterDB vs Traveller Map: common questions
Which is more reliable, PotterDB or Traveller Map?
On our scheduled checks, PotterDB leads on measured uptime — PotterDB at 100% versus Traveller Map at 99.02% 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 Traveller Map?
PotterDB has the lower median latency in our checks — PotterDB responds in 525 ms versus Traveller Map at 1184 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 Traveller Map need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — PotterDB is callable with no signup, and Traveller Map is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call PotterDB and Traveller Map from the browser?
Yes — both PotterDB and Traveller Map 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 Traveller Map free for commercial use?
PotterDB has unclear commercial terms, and Traveller Map 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.