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