Sirv vs Unsplash
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Sirv vs Unsplash: common questions
Which is more reliable, Sirv or Unsplash?
On our scheduled checks, Unsplash leads on measured uptime — Sirv at —% versus Unsplash 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 Sirv and Unsplash need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — Sirv uses an API key and Unsplash 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 Sirv and Unsplash from the browser?
Yes — both Sirv and Unsplash 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 Sirv and Unsplash free for commercial use?
Sirv has unclear commercial terms, and Unsplash 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.