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