TCGdex vs Traveller Map
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
TCGdex vs Traveller Map: common questions
Which is more reliable, TCGdex or Traveller Map?
On our scheduled checks, Traveller Map leads on measured uptime — TCGdex at 98.0% 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, TCGdex or Traveller Map?
TCGdex has the lower median latency in our checks — TCGdex responds in 161 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 TCGdex and Traveller Map need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — TCGdex is callable with no signup, and Traveller Map is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call TCGdex and Traveller Map from the browser?
Yes — both TCGdex 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 TCGdex and Traveller Map free for commercial use?
TCGdex 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.