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Autoscrape API vs Browshot

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIAutoscrape APIDEAD0BrowshotDEAD0
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d44.4%0.0%
Uptime · 30d0.0%0.0%
P50 · ms696—
P95 · ms1444—
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSnono
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Autoscrape API vs Browshot: common questions

Which is more reliable, Autoscrape API or Browshot?

On our scheduled checks, Autoscrape API leads on measured uptime — Autoscrape API at 44.4% versus Browshot 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 Autoscrape API and Browshot need an API key?

Autoscrape API needs no key, while Browshot requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Autoscrape API first.

Can I call Autoscrape API and Browshot from the browser?

Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call Autoscrape API and Browshot from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.

Are Autoscrape API and Browshot free for commercial use?

Autoscrape API has unclear commercial terms, and Browshot 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.