Octoparse Cloud vs OkSurf
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Octoparse Cloud vs OkSurf: common questions
Which is more reliable, Octoparse Cloud or OkSurf?
On our scheduled checks, OkSurf leads on measured uptime — Octoparse Cloud at —% versus OkSurf 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 Octoparse Cloud and OkSurf need an API key?
OkSurf needs no key, while Octoparse Cloud requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for OkSurf first.
Can I call Octoparse Cloud and OkSurf from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call Octoparse Cloud and OkSurf from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are Octoparse Cloud and OkSurf free for commercial use?
Octoparse Cloud has unclear commercial terms, and OkSurf 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.