DownStatus vs ScrapingDog
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
DownStatus vs ScrapingDog: common questions
Which is more reliable, DownStatus or ScrapingDog?
On our scheduled checks, ScrapingDog leads on measured uptime — DownStatus at 60.8% versus ScrapingDog at 100% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, DownStatus or ScrapingDog?
ScrapingDog has the lower median latency in our checks — DownStatus responds in 589 ms versus ScrapingDog at 195 ms (P50). Tail latency (P95) is in the table above; for most workloads the median is the number that shapes how the API feels.
Do DownStatus and ScrapingDog need an API key?
DownStatus needs no key, while ScrapingDog requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for DownStatus first.
Can I call DownStatus and ScrapingDog from the browser?
Only ScrapingDog is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. DownStatus needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are DownStatus and ScrapingDog free for commercial use?
DownStatus 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.