Screenshotbase vs WakaTime
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Screenshotbase vs WakaTime: common questions
Which is more reliable, Screenshotbase or WakaTime?
On our scheduled checks, WakaTime leads on measured uptime — Screenshotbase at 0.0% versus WakaTime 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.
Do Screenshotbase and WakaTime need an API key?
WakaTime needs no key, while Screenshotbase requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for WakaTime first.
Can I call Screenshotbase and WakaTime from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call Screenshotbase and WakaTime from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are Screenshotbase and WakaTime free for commercial use?
Screenshotbase has unclear commercial terms, and WakaTime 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.