LibreTranslate vs scrapestack
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
LibreTranslate vs scrapestack: common questions
Which is more reliable, LibreTranslate or scrapestack?
Both are neck-and-neck — LibreTranslate and scrapestack each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, LibreTranslate or scrapestack?
scrapestack has the lower median latency in our checks — LibreTranslate responds in 619 ms versus scrapestack at 346 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 LibreTranslate and scrapestack need an API key?
LibreTranslate needs no key, while scrapestack requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for LibreTranslate first.
Can I call LibreTranslate and scrapestack from the browser?
Only LibreTranslate is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. scrapestack needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are LibreTranslate and scrapestack free for commercial use?
LibreTranslate has unclear commercial terms, and scrapestack 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.