Kroki vs Scrapfly
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Kroki vs Scrapfly: common questions
Which is more reliable, Kroki or Scrapfly?
On our scheduled checks, Kroki leads on measured uptime — Kroki 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, Kroki or Scrapfly?
Kroki has the lower median latency in our checks — Kroki responds in 633 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 Kroki and Scrapfly need an API key?
Kroki needs no key, while Scrapfly requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Kroki first.
Can I call Kroki and Scrapfly from the browser?
Only Kroki 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 Kroki and Scrapfly free for commercial use?
Kroki 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.