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