Autoscrape API vs MobileAPI
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Autoscrape API vs MobileAPI: common questions
Which is more reliable, Autoscrape API or MobileAPI?
On our scheduled checks, MobileAPI leads on measured uptime — Autoscrape API at —% versus MobileAPI at —% 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 MobileAPI need an API key?
Autoscrape API needs no key, while MobileAPI requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Autoscrape API first.
Can I call Autoscrape API and MobileAPI from the browser?
Only Autoscrape API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. MobileAPI needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Autoscrape API and MobileAPI free for commercial use?
Autoscrape API has unclear commercial terms, and MobileAPI 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.