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