[// Compare](https://scrapfly.io/compare) / Browserless  [Compare](#comparison) [Pricing](#pricing-comparison) [Plans](#plans) [Why switch](#why-switch) [Migrate](#migration) [FAQ](#faq) [Start Free](https://scrapfly.io/register) 

 

 [  4.9/5 on Capterra · 219 reviews ](https://www.capterra.com/p/212653/Scrapfly/reviews/)# Browserless Alternative\_

##  Skip the browser when you don't need it. 

 Scrapfly is the **best Browserless alternative** when browser-only scraping is too slow and too expensive at scale. Pick HTTP for fast scrapes, full Chromium when you need it, both from one API key starting at $30/month.

  **98% success rate** on protected sites - more reliable anti-bot bypass ([Scrapeway benchmarks](https://scrapeway.com))

  **HTTP + Browser scraping**: Use fast HTTP requests when possible, browsers only when needed

  **Predictable pricing**: Pay per request, not browser time - no surprise bills at scale

  **Faster scraping**: Skip full page loads when you just need the data

  **Lower entry price**: $30/mo vs $140/mo, scales more efficiently

 [ Start Free ](https://scrapfly.io/register) [ See Comparison ](#comparison) 

 1,000 free credits. No credit card. 

 

     scrapeway.com/bench · Browserless vs scrapfly 

\# success rate on identical protected targets

scrapfly 98% █████████████████████

browserless Struggles with anti-bot bypass

 

\# protected-site cost per request

scrapfly 30+ credits (varies by target)

browserless Units (30s) + 6 units/MB proxy + 10 units/captcha

 

\# starting price

scrapfly $30/mo

browserless $140/mo

 

 SOURCE: scrapeway.com · out-of-box configs 

 

 FIG. 01 · HEAD-TO-HEAD  

 

 

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 // WHY YOU'RE HERE##### Browserless works, until it doesn't.

 Teams come to this page for one of three reasons: **success rate degraded** after an antibot vendor update, **cost surprised them** via credit multipliers or "premium domain" surcharges, or they need **features Browserless doesn't ship** (JS rendering, Extraction API, unified billing). Scrapfly addresses all three on the same key.

 



 

 

 

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 PROTECTED SITES## Sites Scrapfly actually handles.

 [Scrapeway benchmarks](https://scrapeway.com) test every major scraping API with default, out-of-box configs.

 

 #### E-commerce

 

 Amazon 97% 

 Walmart 100% 

 eBay 98% 

 Target 99% 

 

 #### Protected Sites

 

 LinkedIn 97% 

 Zillow 99% 

 Glassdoor 97% 

 Indeed 100% 

 

 #### Anti-Bot Protected

 

 Cloudflare sites 98% 

 DataDome sites 95% 

 PerimeterX sites 94% 

 Akamai sites 96% 

 



####  More Reliable Anti-Bot Bypass

Both Browserless and Scrapfly offer anti-bot bypass and captcha solving. The difference is **reliability**. Scrapfly achieves 98% success through proprietary fingerprint technology and continuous adaptation to anti-bot updates. We own the entire stack, from browser profiles to proxy networks.

##### Browserless Approach

- Stealth settings and captcha solving
- Browser-based requests only
- Proxies charged separately (6 units/MB)
- Time-based billing (30-second units)
 
 

##### Scrapfly Approach

- 98% success rate on protected sites
- HTTP or browser - your choice per request
- Proxies, fingerprints, bypass all included
- Pay per request, not per second
 
 



 



 

 

 

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 HEAD-TO-HEAD## Scrapfly vs Browserless, one row at a time.

What matters for production scraping: protected-site success, cost, reliability.

 

 | Metric | Scrapfly | Browserless |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-Bot Success Rate | 98% | Struggles with anti-bot bypass |
| Scraping Modes | HTTP + Browser | Browser only |
| Free Trial | 1,000 API credits | 1,000 units (free tier) |
| Entry Price | $30/month | $140/month (Starter) |
| Billing Model | Per request | Per 30-second unit |
| Proxy Costs | Included in credits | 6 units per MB |
| AI Extraction | [LLM prompts, auto-detection](https://scrapfly.io/docs/extraction-api/getting-started) |  |
| Bandwidth Optimization | [Proxy Saver](https://scrapfly.io/docs/proxy-saver/getting-started) (50% savings) |  |
| Concurrent Requests | 100-10,000 req/s | 3-50 browsers (plan-based) |

 



 Rates from [Scrapeway benchmark](https://scrapeway.com) at time of writing. 

 

 [ Start Free · 1,000 credits ](https://scrapfly.io/register) 

 

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 ASP## How Scrapfly's Anti-Scraping Protection works.

 Set `asp=True`. The engine handles everything else.

 

  // FINGERPRINTS##### Real browser signatures

 Byte-perfect [TLS/JA3](https://scrapfly.io/web-scraping-tools/ja3-fingerprint), [HTTP/2](https://scrapfly.io/web-scraping-tools/http2-fingerprint), [WebGL](https://scrapfly.io/web-scraping-tools/webgl-fingerprint), [canvas](https://scrapfly.io/web-scraping-tools/canvas-fingerprint). Matches the Chrome and Firefox builds target sites expect.

 



 

  // CHALLENGE SOLVING##### Adaptive bypass

 Handles [Cloudflare](https://scrapfly.io/bypass/cloudflare), [DataDome](https://scrapfly.io/bypass/datadome), [PerimeterX](https://scrapfly.io/bypass/perimeterx) automatically. Detects the challenge type, submits a valid solution.

 



 

  // SESSIONS##### Session intelligence

 Reuses unblocked stealth-browser sessions when the target allows it, cutting cost without sacrificing success rate.

 



 

 

 

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 PRICING## Credits vary by actual complexity.

 Scrapfly ASP costs 30+ credits (varies by target). You don't overpay for simple targets. [Full pricing](https://scrapfly.io/pricing).

 

 | Configuration | Scrapfly | Browserless |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Price | $30/month | $140/month (Starter, 180K units) |
| Basic scrape (HTTP) | 1 credit | N/A (browser only) |
| JavaScript rendering | 6 credits | 1+ units (30 sec each) |
| Captcha solving | Included in ASP | 10 units per solve |
| Residential proxies | Included | 6 units per MB |
| Overage cost | Per credit (transparent) | $0.0017/unit (Starter) |

 



   **Why variable cost wins:** [Zillow](https://scrapfly.io/blog/posts/how-to-scrape-zillow) takes different handling than a basic e-commerce site. Scrapfly's ASP adapts. You don't overpay for simpler targets.  

 

 

 [ Start Free · 1,000 credits ](https://scrapfly.io/register) 

 

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##  [Browserless vs Scrapfly](#why-switch) 

 Browserless is a capable browser platform. Here's why developers choose Scrapfly for scraping at scale.

  

#### Browser-Only is Slow

Browserless loads a full browser for every request. That's slow and expensive when you're scraping thousands of pages. Many sites don't need JavaScript rendering at all. Scrapfly lets you use fast HTTP requests when possible, saving time and credits.

 Scrapfly: HTTP when possible, browser when needed 

  

#### Expensive to Scale

Browserless's time-based units add up quickly. A slow page load, a timeout, or extra rendering time all cost you. Scrapfly charges per request - you know exactly what you'll pay. No surprises when scraping pages that take longer to load.

 Scrapfly: per-request pricing, predictable costs 

  

#### More Reliable Bypass

Both platforms offer anti-bot bypass, but success rates differ. Scrapfly achieves 98% on protected sites through proprietary fingerprint technology. We adapt continuously to anti-bot updates because we own the entire stack, not just the browser layer.

 Scrapfly: 98% success, owned technology 

 

 

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 FIELD REPORTS## What developers say.

 [  4.9/5 · 219 reviews ](https://www.capterra.com/p/212653/Scrapfly/reviews/) 

 [ // FIELD REPORT*"Browser-only scraping was too slow for our volume. Scrapfly's HTTP mode is 5x faster when JS isn't needed."*

  Capterra · previously used Browserless  



 ](https://www.capterra.com/p/212653/Scrapfly/reviews/) 

 // FRICTION REPORT### What teams complain about with Browserless

- Silent success-rate degradation after antibot vendor updates
- Credit multipliers on "premium" targets blow up invoices
- Support tickets routed through tier-1 scripts before real answers
 
 



 

 // WHAT CHANGES WITH SCRAPFLY### Three things that stop happening

- 5 engine deploys/day on real error telemetry — no silent rot
- Variable credit cost by actual target complexity — no premium-domain surprise
- Every support agent is a web-data developer — no tier-1 script
 
 



 

 

 

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 MIGRATION## Most teams migrate in under 2 hours.

 No downtime, no data loss. Run both vendors in parallel during evaluation.

 

- **Sign up for 1,000 free credits** No credit card. Full API access from minute one.
- **Install the SDK** Python, TypeScript, Go, or Scrapy.
- **Update request parameters** Parameter mapping in the [getting-started guide](https://scrapfly.io/docs/scrape-api/getting-started).
- **Test your critical targets** Run Scrapfly alongside Browserless during evaluation.
 
 

#####  Browserless (browser-only)

 ```
const puppeteer = require('puppeteer');

// Connect to Browserless (uses units per 30 sec)
const browser = await puppeteer.connect({
  browserWSEndpoint: 'wss://chrome.browserless.io?token=...'
});

const page = await browser.newPage();

// Full browser load for every request
// Even if the data is in static HTML
await page.goto('https://web-scraping.dev/products');
const html = await page.content();

// Proxy costs extra (6 units/MB)
// Captchas cost extra (10 units each)
// Slow pages = more units consumed

await browser.close();
```

 

 

#####  Scrapfly (HTTP or browser)

 ```
from scrapfly import ScrapflyClient, ScrapeConfig

client = ScrapflyClient(key="YOUR_API_KEY")

# Fast HTTP request (1 credit)
result = client.scrape(ScrapeConfig(
    url="https://web-scraping.dev/products",
    asp=True  # Anti-bot bypass included
))

# Or use browser when needed (6 credits)
result = client.scrape(ScrapeConfig(
    url="https://web-scraping.dev/products",
    render_js=True,  # Only when required
    asp=True
))

# Proxies, captchas, bypass - all included
# Per-request pricing, predictable costs
```

 

 



 

 

     parallel evaluation · zero downtime 

\# route 10% of your scrape fleet through Scrapfly, keep 90% on Browserless

 

your\_scraper ──▶ 90% browserless \# production, untouched

  └─▶ 10% scrapfly \# eval on real traffic

 

\# after 2 weeks, compare success rate + cost

scrapfly 98% $X / 10k credits

browserless Struggles with anti-bot bypass $Y / 10k credits

 

\# flip the ratio when ready

your\_scraper ──▶ 100% scrapfly \# migrated

 

 STATUS: no integration cutover, no downtime, no surprises 

 

 FIG. 03 · PARALLEL EVALUATION  

 

 [ Start Migration ](https://scrapfly.io/register) [ See Benchmark Methodology ](https://scrapeway.com) 

 

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  // PRICING## Try Scrapfly today.

Same API key across every Scrapfly product. Pick a credit budget, every product shares the pool. No per-product lock-in, no surprise line items.

 

FREE

 **1,000 credits on signup.** Every product, no credit card, no time limit. 

 [ Get Free Credits  ](https://scrapfly.io/register) 

 

 // DISCOVERY **$30** /mo 

 **$0.15** per 1k credits, prepaid 

 **200,000** API credits / month 

- **5** concurrent requests
- **1 week** log retention
- No pay-as-you-go
- Solo account
- Basic Support
 
 [ Start Free ](https://scrapfly.io/register) 

 

 

 // PRO **$100** /mo 

 **$0.10** per 1k credits, prepaid 

 **1,000,000** API credits / month 

- **20** concurrent requests
- **2 weeks** log retention
- Extra at **$3.50** / 10k
- Solo account
- Standard Support
 
 [ Start Free ](https://scrapfly.io/register) 

 

 

 MOST POPULAR // STARTUP **$250** /mo 

 **$0.10** per 1k credits, prepaid 

 **2,500,000** API credits / month 

- **50** concurrent requests
- **3 weeks** log retention
- Extra at **$2.00** / 10k
- Team management
- Standard Support
 
 [ Start Free ](https://scrapfly.io/register) 

 

 

 // ENTERPRISE **$500** /mo 

 **$0.09** per 1k credits, prepaid 

 **5,500,000** API credits / month 

- **100** concurrent requests
- **4 weeks** log retention
- Extra at **$1.20** / 10k
- Team management
- Premium Support
 
 [ Start Free ](https://scrapfly.io/register) 

 

 

 // CUSTOM **Custom** 

 **Negotiated** volume contract 

 **Unlimited** credits negotiated 

- **Committed** concurrency
- **Custom** log retention
- MSA, DPA
- Dedicated residential pools
- Premium 24/7 support
 
 [ Talk to Sales ](mailto:sales@scrapfly.io?subject=Migration%20from%20Browserless) 

 

 

 

 Full plan details on the [pricing page](https://scrapfly.io/pricing). No annual contract required, upgrade or downgrade anytime.

 

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  FAQ## Frequently Asked Questions

 

  ### Does Scrapfly really hit 98% on protected sites?

 Yes. [Scrapeway benchmarks](https://scrapeway.com) every major scraping API on identical protected targets, LinkedIn, Walmart, Zillow, Glassdoor. Scrapfly consistently hits 98%.

 

   ### Can I test Scrapfly on my targets before committing?

 Yes. The free plan is 1,000 API credits, no credit card. Test your exact targets before upgrading.

 

   ### Why is Browserless expensive?

 Browserless's pricing can run up due to high credit multipliers on premium features. Scrapfly's ASP costs 30+ credits (varies by target), varying by actual target complexity, you don't overpay for simpler sites.

 

   ### How does Scrapfly handle heavy protection?

 ASP adapts to Cloudflare, DataDome, PerimeterX, Akamai, and custom antibot systems. Real TLS handshake, matching fingerprints, adaptive challenge solving. No manual tuning.

 

   ### Why is Browserless not working on my target?

 Usually insufficient antibot bypass. Cloudflare, DataDome, and PerimeterX have all tightened detection recently. Scrapfly's ASP stays current via daily deploys and holds 98%.

 

   ### What happens on a failed request?

 Scrapfly returns detailed error diagnostics (block, timeout, target issue). Automatic retries handle transient failures. **Failed requests don't cost credits.**

 

   ### Does Scrapfly support JavaScript rendering?

 Yes. Dedicated cloud browser instances handle full JS execution for React, Vue, Angular, SPAs. Enable `render_js`.

 

   ### What proxies does Scrapfly include?

 [Residential and datacenter proxies](https://scrapfly.io/docs/scrape-api/proxy) across 50+ countries, rotating by default. All included in API credits, no separate fees.

 

   ### Does Scrapfly have an Extraction API?

 Yes. The [Extraction API](https://scrapfly.io/docs/extraction-api/getting-started) transforms raw HTML into structured JSON. Auto-extract, LLM prompts, or reusable templates.

 

  

 

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 [ All comparisons ](https://scrapfly.io/compare) 

 

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 // GET STARTED### Run Scrapfly in parallel. Switch when ready.

1,000 free credits, full API access, migration support. Your Browserless integration stays live during evaluation.

 

 [ Get Free API Key ](https://scrapfly.io/register) [ See Browserless Benchmark ](https://scrapeway.com) [ Or talk to sales → ](mailto:sales@scrapfly.io?subject=Migration%20from%20Browserless) 

 

 



 

 **Methodology:** [Scrapeway benchmarks](https://scrapeway.com) test scraping APIs using default, out-of-box configurations, the real-world experience developers encounter on day one.