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