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DocForge vs ScrapingDog

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIDocForgeNEW—ScrapingDogREACHABLE—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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DocForge vs ScrapingDog: common questions

Which is more reliable, DocForge or ScrapingDog?

On our scheduled checks, ScrapingDog leads on measured uptime — DocForge at —% versus ScrapingDog 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 DocForge and ScrapingDog need an API key?

DocForge needs no key, while ScrapingDog requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for DocForge first.

Can I call DocForge and ScrapingDog from the browser?

Only ScrapingDog is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. DocForge needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are DocForge and ScrapingDog free for commercial use?

DocForge has unclear commercial terms, and ScrapingDog 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.