Autoscrape API vs Cutt.ly
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Autoscrape API vs Cutt.ly: common questions
Which is more reliable, Autoscrape API or Cutt.ly?
On our scheduled checks, Autoscrape API leads on measured uptime — Autoscrape API at 44.4% versus Cutt.ly 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 Cutt.ly need an API key?
Autoscrape API needs no key, while Cutt.ly requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Autoscrape API first.
Can I call Autoscrape API and Cutt.ly from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call Autoscrape API and Cutt.ly 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 Cutt.ly free for commercial use?
Autoscrape API has unclear commercial terms, and Cutt.ly 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.