TCGdex vs Universalis
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
TCGdex vs Universalis: common questions
Which is more reliable, TCGdex or Universalis?
On our scheduled checks, TCGdex leads on measured uptime — TCGdex at 98.0% versus Universalis at 96.1% 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 Universalis?
TCGdex has the lower median latency in our checks — TCGdex responds in 161 ms versus Universalis at 215 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 Universalis need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — TCGdex is callable with no signup, and Universalis is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call TCGdex and Universalis from the browser?
Yes — both TCGdex and Universalis 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 Universalis free for commercial use?
TCGdex has unclear commercial terms, and Universalis 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.