MobileAPI vs PaperClean
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
MobileAPI vs PaperClean: common questions
Which is more reliable, MobileAPI or PaperClean?
Both are neck-and-neck — MobileAPI and PaperClean each measure 0.0% 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.
Do MobileAPI and PaperClean need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — MobileAPI uses an API key and PaperClean uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call MobileAPI and PaperClean from the browser?
Only PaperClean is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. MobileAPI needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are MobileAPI and PaperClean free for commercial use?
MobileAPI has unclear commercial terms, and PaperClean 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.