FakeStoreAPI vs ScrapingDog
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
FakeStoreAPI vs ScrapingDog: common questions
Which is more reliable, FakeStoreAPI or ScrapingDog?
On our scheduled checks, ScrapingDog leads on measured uptime — FakeStoreAPI at 93.8% 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, FakeStoreAPI or ScrapingDog?
ScrapingDog has the lower median latency in our checks — FakeStoreAPI responds in 313 ms versus ScrapingDog at 127 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 FakeStoreAPI and ScrapingDog need an API key?
FakeStoreAPI needs no key, while ScrapingDog requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for FakeStoreAPI first.
Can I call FakeStoreAPI and ScrapingDog from the browser?
Yes — both FakeStoreAPI and ScrapingDog send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are FakeStoreAPI and ScrapingDog free for commercial use?
FakeStoreAPI 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.