APIClaw vs PaperClean
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
APIClaw vs PaperClean: common questions
Which is more reliable, APIClaw or PaperClean?
On our scheduled checks, APIClaw leads on measured uptime — APIClaw at 100% versus PaperClean at 0.0% 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 APIClaw and PaperClean need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — APIClaw uses an API key and PaperClean uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call APIClaw and PaperClean from the browser?
Yes — both APIClaw and PaperClean send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are APIClaw and PaperClean free for commercial use?
APIClaw has unclear commercial terms, and PaperClean 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.