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