HTTP Status Code Reference vs HTTPStatuses.com
Both are free references for HTTP status codes (200, 301, 404, 500 …) with no account. HTTPStatuses.com is a clean code dictionary; Gera Tools' reference adds the security implications of each code and works as a static page you can search instantly.
Both are solid status-code references. If you also want the security relevance of each code (e.g. why a 403 vs 401 matters), Gera Tools' reference adds that context.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | HTTP Status Code Reference Gera Tools | HTTPStatuses.com httpstatuses.com |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ✓ Free | ✓ Free |
| Account required | ✓ No account | ✓ No account needed |
| Covers 1xx–5xx codes | ✓ Yes, all standard classes | ✓ Yes, standard codes catalogued |
| Security implications per code | ✓ Yes — notes the security relevance of each status | — Definitions only, no security commentary |
| Works offline after load | ✓ Yes — static page, no network to read it | ≈ Depends on implementation |
Comparison based on each tool's publicly stated, free-tier behaviour at the time of writing. HTTPStatuses.com is a trademark of its respective owner; we link to it for fairness and do not claim affiliation. Where HTTPStatuses.com is genuinely stronger, the table says so.
FAQ
Does it explain redirects like 301 vs 302?
Yes — each code is defined, and Gera Tools' reference notes the practical and security difference between similar codes.
Is it kept current with the standards?
It covers the standard 1xx–5xx classes defined by the IANA HTTP status code registry.