IPinfo vs ScrapingDog
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPinfo vs ScrapingDog: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPinfo or ScrapingDog?
On our scheduled checks, ScrapingDog leads on measured uptime — IPinfo at 94.1% versus ScrapingDog at 100% 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, IPinfo or ScrapingDog?
ScrapingDog has the lower median latency in our checks — IPinfo responds in 200 ms versus ScrapingDog at 195 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 IPinfo and ScrapingDog need an API key?
IPinfo needs no key, while ScrapingDog requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for IPinfo first.
Can I call IPinfo and ScrapingDog from the browser?
Yes — both IPinfo 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 IPinfo and ScrapingDog free for commercial use?
IPinfo 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.