TCGdex vs Yu-Gi-Oh!
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
TCGdex vs Yu-Gi-Oh!: common questions
Which is more reliable, TCGdex or Yu-Gi-Oh!?
On our scheduled checks, Yu-Gi-Oh! leads on measured uptime — TCGdex at —% versus Yu-Gi-Oh! at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do TCGdex and Yu-Gi-Oh! need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — TCGdex is callable with no signup, and Yu-Gi-Oh! is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call TCGdex and Yu-Gi-Oh! from the browser?
Yes — both TCGdex and Yu-Gi-Oh! 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 Yu-Gi-Oh! free for commercial use?
TCGdex has unclear commercial terms, and Yu-Gi-Oh! 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.