SpaceTradersAPI vs Traveller Map
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
SpaceTradersAPI vs Traveller Map: common questions
Which is more reliable, SpaceTradersAPI or Traveller Map?
Both are neck-and-neck — SpaceTradersAPI and Traveller Map 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, SpaceTradersAPI or Traveller Map?
SpaceTradersAPI has the lower median latency in our checks — SpaceTradersAPI responds in 369 ms versus Traveller Map at 890 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 Traveller Map need an API key?
Traveller Map needs no key, while SpaceTradersAPI requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Traveller Map first.
Can I call SpaceTradersAPI and Traveller Map from the browser?
Yes — both SpaceTradersAPI and Traveller Map 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 Traveller Map free for commercial use?
SpaceTradersAPI has unclear commercial terms, and Traveller Map 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.