IPLocate vs Scrapfly
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPLocate vs Scrapfly: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPLocate or Scrapfly?
On our scheduled checks, IPLocate leads on measured uptime — IPLocate at 100% versus Scrapfly at 99.02% 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, IPLocate or Scrapfly?
IPLocate has the lower median latency in our checks — IPLocate responds in 21 ms versus Scrapfly at 1015 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 IPLocate and Scrapfly need an API key?
IPLocate needs no key, while Scrapfly requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for IPLocate first.
Can I call IPLocate and Scrapfly from the browser?
Only IPLocate is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Scrapfly needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are IPLocate and Scrapfly free for commercial use?
IPLocate 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.