SearchApi vs Zube
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
SearchApi vs Zube: common questions
Which is more reliable, SearchApi or Zube?
Both are neck-and-neck — SearchApi and Zube each measure 0.0% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Do SearchApi and Zube need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — SearchApi uses an API key and Zube uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call SearchApi and Zube from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call SearchApi and Zube from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are SearchApi and Zube free for commercial use?
SearchApi has unclear commercial terms, and Zube 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.