Raider vs TCGdex
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Raider vs TCGdex: common questions
Which is more reliable, Raider or TCGdex?
On our scheduled checks, Raider leads on measured uptime — Raider at 98.9% versus TCGdex at 93.8% 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, Raider or TCGdex?
Raider has the lower median latency in our checks — Raider responds in 140 ms versus TCGdex at 171 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 TCGdex need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Raider 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 Raider and TCGdex from the browser?
Yes — both Raider and TCGdex 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 TCGdex free for commercial use?
Raider 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.