Raider vs TCGApi
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Raider vs TCGApi: common questions
Which is more reliable, Raider or TCGApi?
Both are neck-and-neck — Raider and TCGApi 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, Raider or TCGApi?
TCGApi has the lower median latency in our checks — Raider responds in 223 ms versus TCGApi at 66 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 Raider and TCGApi need an API key?
Raider needs no key, while TCGApi requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Raider first.
Can I call Raider and TCGApi from the browser?
Yes — both Raider and TCGApi 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 Raider and TCGApi free for commercial use?
Raider has unclear commercial terms, and TCGApi 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.