Crawlee vs IPDetails.io API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Crawlee vs IPDetails.io API: common questions
Which is more reliable, Crawlee or IPDetails.io API?
On our scheduled checks, IPDetails.io API leads on measured uptime — Crawlee at —% versus IPDetails.io API 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 Crawlee and IPDetails.io API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Crawlee is callable with no signup, and IPDetails.io API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Crawlee and IPDetails.io API from the browser?
Only IPDetails.io API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Crawlee needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Crawlee and IPDetails.io API free for commercial use?
Crawlee has unclear commercial terms, and IPDetails.io API 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.