IFTTT vs Scrapfly
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IFTTT vs Scrapfly: common questions
Which is more reliable, IFTTT or Scrapfly?
On our scheduled checks, Scrapfly leads on measured uptime — IFTTT at —% versus Scrapfly 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 IFTTT and Scrapfly need an API key?
IFTTT needs no key, while Scrapfly requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for IFTTT first.
Can I call IFTTT and Scrapfly from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call IFTTT and Scrapfly from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are IFTTT and Scrapfly free for commercial use?
IFTTT has unclear commercial terms, and Scrapfly 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.