RSS2JSON vs Zenodo
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
RSS2JSON vs Zenodo: common questions
Which is more reliable, RSS2JSON or Zenodo?
On our scheduled checks, Zenodo leads on measured uptime — RSS2JSON at 96.1% versus Zenodo at 99.02% 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, RSS2JSON or Zenodo?
RSS2JSON has the lower median latency in our checks — RSS2JSON responds in 178 ms versus Zenodo at 1698 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 RSS2JSON and Zenodo need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — RSS2JSON is callable with no signup, and Zenodo is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call RSS2JSON and Zenodo from the browser?
Yes — both RSS2JSON and Zenodo 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 RSS2JSON and Zenodo free for commercial use?
RSS2JSON has unclear commercial terms, and Zenodo 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.