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Microlink.io vs Octoparse Cloud

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIMicrolink.ioNEW—Octoparse CloudNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseN/A — returns metadata extracted from the URL you passUnverified
Free tierFree tier — no key required (Pro plans need a key)Free tier — API key required
Rate limitFree tier is rate-limited per day (see pricing)Unpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

Microlink.io vs Octoparse Cloud: common questions

Which is more reliable, Microlink.io or Octoparse Cloud?

On our scheduled checks, Octoparse Cloud leads on measured uptime — Microlink.io at —% versus Octoparse Cloud 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 Microlink.io and Octoparse Cloud need an API key?

Microlink.io needs no key, while Octoparse Cloud requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Microlink.io first.

Can I call Microlink.io and Octoparse Cloud from the browser?

Only Microlink.io is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Octoparse Cloud needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are Microlink.io and Octoparse Cloud free for commercial use?

Microlink.io has unclear commercial terms, and Octoparse Cloud 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.