AgentDeals vs Shodan EntityDB API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
AgentDeals vs Shodan EntityDB API: common questions
Which is more reliable, AgentDeals or Shodan EntityDB API?
On our scheduled checks, Shodan EntityDB API leads on measured uptime — AgentDeals at —% versus Shodan EntityDB API 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 AgentDeals and Shodan EntityDB API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — AgentDeals is callable with no signup, and Shodan EntityDB API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call AgentDeals and Shodan EntityDB API from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call AgentDeals and Shodan EntityDB API from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are AgentDeals and Shodan EntityDB API free for commercial use?
AgentDeals has unclear commercial terms, and Shodan EntityDB API 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.