Browshot vs MY IP
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Browshot vs MY IP: common questions
Which is more reliable, Browshot or MY IP?
On our scheduled checks, MY IP leads on measured uptime — Browshot at —% versus MY IP 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 Browshot and MY IP need an API key?
MY IP needs no key, while Browshot requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for MY IP first.
Can I call Browshot and MY IP from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call Browshot and MY IP from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are Browshot and MY IP free for commercial use?
Browshot has unclear commercial terms, and MY IP 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.