PurgoMalum vs SiteIntel
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
PurgoMalum vs SiteIntel: common questions
Which is more reliable, PurgoMalum or SiteIntel?
On our scheduled checks, SiteIntel leads on measured uptime — PurgoMalum at 86.3% versus SiteIntel at 100% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, PurgoMalum or SiteIntel?
PurgoMalum has the lower median latency in our checks — PurgoMalum responds in 423 ms versus SiteIntel at 1005 ms (P50). Tail latency (P95) is in the table above; for most workloads the median is the number that shapes how the API feels.
Do PurgoMalum and SiteIntel need an API key?
PurgoMalum needs no key, while SiteIntel requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for PurgoMalum first.
Can I call PurgoMalum and SiteIntel from the browser?
Only PurgoMalum is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. SiteIntel needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are PurgoMalum and SiteIntel free for commercial use?
PurgoMalum has unclear commercial terms, and SiteIntel 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.