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Autoscrape API vs Hunter

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

APIAutoscrape APIDEAD0HunterHEALTHY98
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d44.4%100%
Uptime · 30d0.0%100%
P50 · ms696111
P95 · ms1444946
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSnono
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — key may be required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Autoscrape API vs Hunter: common questions

Which is more reliable, Autoscrape API or Hunter?

On our scheduled checks, Hunter leads on measured uptime — Autoscrape API at 44.4% versus Hunter at 100% 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, Autoscrape API or Hunter?

Hunter has the lower median latency in our checks — Autoscrape API responds in 696 ms versus Hunter at 111 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 Autoscrape API and Hunter need an API key?

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

Can I call Autoscrape API and Hunter from the browser?

Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call Autoscrape API and Hunter 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 Hunter free for commercial use?

Autoscrape API has unclear commercial terms, and Hunter 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.