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