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