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Smappee API vs Ziptastic

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APISmappee APIHEALTHY89ZiptasticHEALTHY95
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%100%
Uptime · 30d100%100%
P50 · ms809366
P95 · ms16442018
AuthapiKeynone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree tier — API key requiredFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Smappee API vs Ziptastic: common questions

Which is more reliable, Smappee API or Ziptastic?

Both are neck-and-neck — Smappee API and Ziptastic each measure 100% 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.

Which is faster, Smappee API or Ziptastic?

Ziptastic has the lower median latency in our checks — Smappee API responds in 809 ms versus Ziptastic at 366 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 Smappee API and Ziptastic need an API key?

Ziptastic needs no key, while Smappee API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Ziptastic first.

Can I call Smappee API and Ziptastic from the browser?

Only Ziptastic 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 Ziptastic free for commercial use?

Smappee API has unclear commercial terms, and Ziptastic 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.