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Shodan EntityDB API vs Beeceptor

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIShodan EntityDB APINEW—BeeceptorNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree public echo host, no signup
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Shodan EntityDB API vs Beeceptor: common questions

Which is more reliable, Shodan EntityDB API or Beeceptor?

On our scheduled checks, Beeceptor leads on measured uptime — Shodan EntityDB API at —% versus Beeceptor 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 Shodan EntityDB API and Beeceptor need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — Shodan EntityDB API is callable with no signup, and Beeceptor is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call Shodan EntityDB API and Beeceptor from the browser?

Only Beeceptor is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Shodan EntityDB API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are Shodan EntityDB API and Beeceptor free for commercial use?

Shodan EntityDB API has unclear commercial terms, and Beeceptor 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.