PaperClean vs PurgoMalum
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
PaperClean vs PurgoMalum: common questions
Which is more reliable, PaperClean or PurgoMalum?
On our scheduled checks, PurgoMalum leads on measured uptime — PaperClean at 0.0% versus PurgoMalum at 86.3% 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 PaperClean and PurgoMalum need an API key?
PurgoMalum needs no key, while PaperClean requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for PurgoMalum first.
Can I call PaperClean and PurgoMalum from the browser?
Yes — both PaperClean and PurgoMalum send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are PaperClean and PurgoMalum free for commercial use?
PaperClean has unclear commercial terms, and PurgoMalum 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.