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RuneScape vs PotterDB

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIRuneScapeNEW—PotterDBNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverified (© Jagex)Unverified (data derived from Harry Potter Fandom, CC BY-SA)
Free tierFree, no API keyFree — no key
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

RuneScape vs PotterDB: common questions

Which is more reliable, RuneScape or PotterDB?

On our scheduled checks, PotterDB leads on measured uptime — RuneScape at —% versus PotterDB 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 RuneScape and PotterDB need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — RuneScape is callable with no signup, and PotterDB is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call RuneScape and PotterDB from the browser?

Only PotterDB is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. RuneScape needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are RuneScape and PotterDB free for commercial use?

RuneScape has unclear commercial terms, and PotterDB 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.