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