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FakerAPI vs JSONPlaceholder API

Two free Test Data APIs compared on access, reliability and developer ratings, using data from our daily health checks.

The verdict

  • Choose FakerAPI if you want to call it from browser JavaScript, HTTPS.
  • Choose JSONPlaceholder API for its data: Fake data for testing and prototyping.

Side by side

FakerAPIJSONPlaceholder API
What it doesAPIs collection to get fake data.Fake data for testing and prototyping.
Providerfakerapi.itjsonplaceholder.typicode.com
API keyNot neededNot needed
HTTPSYesNo
CORS (browser calls)YesUnknown
Status todayLast check failedOnline · 669 ms
Uptime (30 days)DownUp
Developer ratingNot rated yetNot rated yet
PriceFree / free tierFree / free tier
FakerAPI docs ↗JSONPlaceholder docs ↗

About each API

JSONPlaceholder logoJSONPlaceholder API

Fake data for testing and prototyping.

Free fake and reliable API for testing and prototyping. Six resources, all HTTP methods, no signup.

Strengths

  • No API key needed

Ratings, reviews and FAQ →

How to choose between them

  • Prototyping or a tutorial? Pick the one that needs no API key (both qualify).
  • Calling from a web page? You need CORS. Otherwise route requests through your own server or a serverless function.
  • Going to production? Favour HTTPS, a strong uptime record and a provider with clear rate limits and terms. Check each API's docs before you commit.
  • Still unsure? Both are free to try: send one request to each and compare the data you get back.

FakerAPI vs JSONPlaceholder FAQ

Do FakerAPI and JSONPlaceholder API need an API key?

Neither needs an API key; you can call both straight away.

Which can I call from the browser?

FakerAPI supports CORS, so front-end JavaScript can call it directly. Call the other from a server.

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