API Response Timer
Measure API response time from your browser. Enter a URL and test latency with multiple requests.
URL to Test
Times measured from your browser. Results vary based on network, location, and server load.
Understanding API Response Times
Response time is a critical metric for API performance. It measures the time between sending a request and receiving the first byte of the response.
Response Time Benchmarks
- < 200ms - Excellent. Users perceive instant response
- < 500ms - Good. Acceptable for most APIs
- < 1000ms - Acceptable. May feel sluggish
- < 3000ms - Slow. Users will notice delays
- > 3000ms - Very slow. Consider optimization