PaperClean vs Rendex
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
PaperClean vs Rendex: common questions
Which is more reliable, PaperClean or Rendex?
On our scheduled checks, Rendex leads on measured uptime — PaperClean at —% versus Rendex 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 PaperClean and Rendex need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — PaperClean uses an API key and Rendex 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 PaperClean and Rendex from the browser?
Yes — both PaperClean and Rendex 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 Rendex free for commercial use?
PaperClean has unclear commercial terms, and Rendex 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.