SampleAPIs vs US Autocomplete
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
SampleAPIs vs US Autocomplete: common questions
Which is more reliable, SampleAPIs or US Autocomplete?
On our scheduled checks, US Autocomplete leads on measured uptime — SampleAPIs at —% versus US Autocomplete 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 SampleAPIs and US Autocomplete need an API key?
SampleAPIs needs no key, while US Autocomplete requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for SampleAPIs first.
Can I call SampleAPIs and US Autocomplete from the browser?
Yes — both SampleAPIs and US Autocomplete 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 SampleAPIs and US Autocomplete free for commercial use?
SampleAPIs has unclear commercial terms, and US Autocomplete 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.