APIClaw vs PurgoMalum
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
APIClaw vs PurgoMalum: common questions
Which is more reliable, APIClaw or PurgoMalum?
On our scheduled checks, APIClaw leads on measured uptime — APIClaw at 100% versus PurgoMalum at 88.9% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, APIClaw or PurgoMalum?
PurgoMalum has the lower median latency in our checks — APIClaw responds in 661 ms versus PurgoMalum at 421 ms (P50). Tail latency (P95) is in the table above; for most workloads the median is the number that shapes how the API feels.
Do APIClaw and PurgoMalum need an API key?
PurgoMalum needs no key, while APIClaw requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for PurgoMalum first.
Can I call APIClaw and PurgoMalum from the browser?
Yes — both APIClaw and PurgoMalum 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 PurgoMalum free for commercial use?
APIClaw has unclear commercial terms, and PurgoMalum 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.