Visitor Statistics API vs Ziptastic
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Visitor Statistics API vs Ziptastic: common questions
Which is more reliable, Visitor Statistics API or Ziptastic?
On our scheduled checks, Ziptastic leads on measured uptime — Visitor Statistics API at 98.0% versus Ziptastic at 100% 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, Visitor Statistics API or Ziptastic?
Ziptastic has the lower median latency in our checks — Visitor Statistics API responds in 847 ms versus Ziptastic at 366 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 Visitor Statistics API and Ziptastic need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Visitor Statistics API is callable with no signup, and Ziptastic is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Visitor Statistics API and Ziptastic from the browser?
Only Ziptastic is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Visitor Statistics API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Visitor Statistics API and Ziptastic free for commercial use?
Visitor Statistics API has unclear commercial terms, and Ziptastic 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.