TaxID vs ValueRay
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
TaxID vs ValueRay: common questions
Which is more reliable, TaxID or ValueRay?
Both are neck-and-neck — TaxID and ValueRay 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, TaxID or ValueRay?
ValueRay has the lower median latency in our checks — TaxID responds in 729 ms versus ValueRay at 553 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 TaxID and ValueRay need an API key?
ValueRay needs no key, while TaxID requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for ValueRay first.
Can I call TaxID and ValueRay from the browser?
Only ValueRay is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. TaxID needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are TaxID and ValueRay free for commercial use?
TaxID has unclear commercial terms, and ValueRay 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.