Smappee API vs Zipcodestack
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Smappee API vs Zipcodestack: common questions
Which is more reliable, Smappee API or Zipcodestack?
On our scheduled checks, Zipcodestack leads on measured uptime — Smappee API at —% versus Zipcodestack 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 Smappee API and Zipcodestack need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — Smappee API uses an API key and Zipcodestack 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 Smappee API and Zipcodestack from the browser?
Only Zipcodestack is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Smappee API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Smappee API and Zipcodestack free for commercial use?
Smappee API has unclear commercial terms, and Zipcodestack 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.