RuneScape vs TCGdex
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
RuneScape vs TCGdex: common questions
Which is more reliable, RuneScape or TCGdex?
On our scheduled checks, RuneScape leads on measured uptime — RuneScape at 100% versus TCGdex at 98.1% 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, RuneScape or TCGdex?
TCGdex has the lower median latency in our checks — RuneScape responds in 1449 ms versus TCGdex at 161 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 RuneScape and TCGdex need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — RuneScape 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 RuneScape and TCGdex from the browser?
Only TCGdex 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 TCGdex free for commercial use?
RuneScape 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.