SpaceTradersAPI vs TCGdex
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
SpaceTradersAPI vs TCGdex: common questions
Which is more reliable, SpaceTradersAPI or TCGdex?
On our scheduled checks, SpaceTradersAPI leads on measured uptime — SpaceTradersAPI at 100% versus TCGdex at 98.0% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, SpaceTradersAPI or TCGdex?
TCGdex has the lower median latency in our checks — SpaceTradersAPI responds in 946 ms versus TCGdex at 161 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 SpaceTradersAPI and TCGdex need an API key?
TCGdex needs no key, while SpaceTradersAPI requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for TCGdex first.
Can I call SpaceTradersAPI and TCGdex from the browser?
Yes — both SpaceTradersAPI and TCGdex 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 SpaceTradersAPI and TCGdex free for commercial use?
SpaceTradersAPI has unclear commercial terms, and TCGdex 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.