Httpbin vs ScrapingDog
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Httpbin vs ScrapingDog: common questions
Which is more reliable, Httpbin or ScrapingDog?
On our scheduled checks, ScrapingDog leads on measured uptime — Httpbin 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 Httpbin and ScrapingDog need an API key?
Httpbin needs no key, while ScrapingDog requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Httpbin first.
Can I call Httpbin and ScrapingDog from the browser?
Yes — both Httpbin 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 Httpbin and ScrapingDog free for commercial use?
Httpbin 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.