Steam vs TCGApi
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Steam vs TCGApi: common questions
Which is more reliable, Steam or TCGApi?
On our scheduled checks, TCGApi leads on measured uptime — Steam at 88.2% versus TCGApi at 100% 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, Steam or TCGApi?
TCGApi has the lower median latency in our checks — Steam responds in 268 ms versus TCGApi at 66 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 Steam and TCGApi need an API key?
Steam needs no key, while TCGApi requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Steam first.
Can I call Steam and TCGApi from the browser?
Only TCGApi is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Steam needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Steam and TCGApi free for commercial use?
Steam has unclear commercial terms, and TCGApi 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.