FullHunt vs Portscan
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
FullHunt vs Portscan: common questions
Which is more reliable, FullHunt or Portscan?
On our scheduled checks, FullHunt leads on measured uptime — FullHunt at 100% versus Portscan at 99.02% 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, FullHunt or Portscan?
FullHunt has the lower median latency in our checks — FullHunt responds in 334 ms versus Portscan at 335 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 FullHunt and Portscan need an API key?
Portscan needs no key, while FullHunt requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Portscan first.
Can I call FullHunt and Portscan from the browser?
Only Portscan is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. FullHunt needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are FullHunt and Portscan free for commercial use?
FullHunt has unclear commercial terms, and Portscan 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.