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?
On our scheduled checks, SpaceTradersAPI leads on measured uptime — SpaceTradersAPI at 100% versus Traveller Map at 99.02% 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 Traveller Map?
SpaceTradersAPI has the lower median latency in our checks — SpaceTradersAPI responds in 946 ms versus Traveller Map at 1184 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.