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