RandomFox vs STAPI
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
RandomFox vs STAPI: common questions
Which is more reliable, RandomFox or STAPI?
On our scheduled checks, STAPI leads on measured uptime — RandomFox at 97.1% versus STAPI 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, RandomFox or STAPI?
RandomFox has the lower median latency in our checks — RandomFox responds in 672 ms versus STAPI at 1003 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 RandomFox and STAPI need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — RandomFox is callable with no signup, and STAPI is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call RandomFox and STAPI from the browser?
Yes — both RandomFox and STAPI 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 RandomFox and STAPI free for commercial use?
RandomFox has unclear commercial terms, and STAPI 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.