Scrape.do Alternative with 98% Success Rate on Protected Sites
Looking for a reliable Scrape.do alternative for web scraping? While Scrape.do offers basic scraping with geo-targeting, Scrapfly delivers 98% success on protected sites with advanced anti-bot bypass, AI-powered extraction, and bandwidth optimization.
Which Protected Sites Does Scrapfly Handle?
Scrapfly achieves 98% success across protected sites where most APIs struggle. Scrapeway benchmarks test all major web scraping APIs using default configurations.
E-commerce
Professional & Jobs
Real Estate
Why Scrapfly Achieves 98% Success
Scrapfly's Anti-Scraping Protection (ASP) delivers consistent results on the most challenging targets like LinkedIn, Walmart, Zillow, and more. We own the full technology stack (proxies, browsers, fingerprinting, challenge solving), which means we can restore bypasses in days when anti-bot systems update, not weeks.
Full Stack Ownership
- Active anti-bot monitoring 24/7
- Bypass restoration in days, not weeks
- No third-party proxy dependencies
- Real browser TLS fingerprint matching
Protected Sites We Handle
- Cloudflare, DataDome, PerimeterX
- Akamai Bot Manager
- Custom enterprise solutions
- CAPTCHA challenges
Quick Comparison: Scrapfly vs Scrape.do
What matters most for production web scraping: success rate on protected sites, cost efficiency, and reliability with JavaScript rendering.
| Metric | Scrapfly | Scrape.do |
|---|---|---|
| Success Rate (Protected Sites) | 98% | N/A |
| Entry Price | $30/mo | $29/mo |
| Free Trial | 1,000 API credits | 1,000 credits |
| Anti-Bot Bypass | ASP (TLS fingerprinting, challenge solving) | Basic (super proxy mode) |
| Official SDKs | Python, JavaScript, Go, Scrapy | |
| Bandwidth Optimization | Proxy Saver (50% savings) | |
| Extraction API | AI-powered data extraction |
Success rate data from Scrapeway benchmark (at time of writing)
How Scrapfly's ASP Works
Scrapfly's Anti-Scraping Protection (ASP) achieves 98% success using stealth browser technology that mimics genuine browser behavior. Enable asp=True and the system handles everything automatically.
Real Browser Fingerprints
Matches authentic Chrome and Firefox signatures including TLS/JA3 fingerprints, HTTP/2 fingerprints, WebGL properties, and canvas rendering.
Adaptive Challenge Solving
Automatically solves Cloudflare, DataDome, and PerimeterX challenges. Recognizes challenge types and submits valid solutions.
Session Intelligence
Reuses unblocked stealth browser sessions when possible, reducing costs while maintaining high success rates.
ASP runs in dedicated cloud browser instances with full JavaScript execution and persistent sessions. Test your fingerprint with our free fingerprinting tools.
Transparent Pricing for Protected Sites
Scrapfly's ASP costs 30+ credits per request, varying by target complexity. You pay for what's actually needed, not a flat premium rate. View full pricing details.
| Configuration | Scrapfly | Scrape.do |
|---|---|---|
| Datacenter, no JS | 1 credit | 1 credit |
| Datacenter + JS rendering | 6 credits | 5 credits |
| Residential + JS rendering | 30 credits | 25 credits |
| ASP on protected sites | 30+ credits (varies by target) | 25 credits (super + JS) |
Why Developers Choose Scrapfly Over Scrape.do
Teams move to Scrapfly when they need production-grade scraping that goes beyond basic proxy rotation.
Advanced Anti-Bot Bypass vs Basic Proxies
Scrape.do relies primarily on proxy rotation for accessing websites. Modern anti-bot systems fingerprint browsers at the TLS, HTTP/2, and JavaScript levels — proxies alone aren't enough.
Scrapfly's ASP technology matches real browser signatures at every layer, achieving 98% on the most challenging targets.
98% success on protected sitesAI-Powered Extraction API
Stop maintaining fragile XPath and CSS selectors. Scrapfly's Extraction API transforms raw HTML into structured data:
- Auto-extraction: Automatically detect and extract data
- LLM extraction: Natural language prompts for complex data
- Template extraction: Reusable extraction rules
Official SDKs & Developer Tools
Scrapfly provides official SDKs for all major languages:
- Python SDK: pip install scrapfly-sdk
- TypeScript/JS SDK: npm install scrapfly-sdk
- Go SDK: go get github.com/scrapfly/scrapfly-go
- Scrapy integration: Drop-in middleware
What Developers Say
Capterra Rating: 4.9/5 (183 reviews)
"Scrape.do was fine for basic sites but we needed something that handles anti-bot protection, Scrapfly's ASP feature did the job."
"Simple API but limited features. Scrapfly gives us scraper API, AI extraction, and proxy optimization with a high success rate."
"We needed more than just a proxy rotator. Scrapfly's full technology stack handles the hard sites automatically."
Migration Takes 2 Hours
Most teams migrate from Scrape.do to Scrapfly in under 2 hours with zero downtime and no data loss.
Migration Process
- Sign up for free 1,000 API credits
- Install the SDK (Python, TypeScript, Go, or Scrapy)
- Update client initialization and request parameters
- Test on your critical targets
Run both services in parallel during testing. Test Scrapfly on your targets while Scrape.do handles production traffic.
# Scrape.do → Scrapfly: Simple parameter changes
from scrapfly import ScrapflyClient, ScrapeConfig
client = ScrapflyClient(key='YOUR_API_KEY')
result = client.scrape(ScrapeConfig(
url='https://web-scraping.dev/products',
render_js=True, # Replaces render=true
asp=True, # Anti-bot bypass (Scrapfly exclusive)
country='us', # Same geotargeting
proxy_pool='public_residential_pool' # Replaces super=true
))
print(result.content)Full parameter mapping, multiple language examples, and AI-assisted migration tool:
View Full Migration GuideFrequently Asked Questions
Does Scrapfly really achieve 98% success on protected sites?
Yes. Scrapeway benchmarks all major web scraping APIs on identical protected targets, consistently showing Scrapfly achieving 98% success. This includes sites like LinkedIn, Walmart, Zillow, and Glassdoor where anti-bot protection is most aggressive.
Can I test Scrapfly on my specific targets before committing?
Yes. The free plan includes 1,000 API credits with no credit card required. Test your exact targets before upgrading.
How is Scrapfly's anti-bot bypass different from Scrape.do's super proxy?
Scrape.do's "super" proxy mode uses premium proxies to access protected sites, relying mainly on IP rotation. Scrapfly's ASP (Anti-Scraping Protection) goes much deeper: it matches real browser TLS/JA3 fingerprints, HTTP/2 signatures, and JavaScript environment properties. This multi-layer approach achieves 98% success on sites where proxy rotation alone fails.
How does Scrape.do pricing compare to Scrapfly?
Both start at similar price points (Scrape.do at $29/mo, Scrapfly at $30/mo). However, Scrapfly includes features that Scrape.do doesn't offer: ASP anti-bot bypass, Extraction API, Proxy Saver (50% bandwidth savings), and official SDKs. Plus, Scrapfly doesn't charge for failed requests.
Does Scrapfly support geo-targeting like Scrape.do?
Yes. Scrapfly supports geo-targeting across 50+ countries with both residential and datacenter proxies included in all plans. The country parameter works the same way — just pass the 2-letter ISO country code. No separate proxy setup or additional fees required.
How does Scrapfly handle heavily protected sites?
Our ASP (Anti-Scraping Protection) automatically adapts to Cloudflare, DataDome, PerimeterX, and custom anti-bot systems by matching real browser TLS handshakes, fingerprints, and HTTP headers. No manual configuration required.
Why is Scrape.do not working on Cloudflare-protected sites?
Modern anti-bot systems like Cloudflare, DataDome, and PerimeterX don't just check IP addresses — they fingerprint browsers at the TLS, HTTP/2, and JavaScript levels. Basic proxy rotation can't beat these systems. Scrapfly's ASP technology matches real browser signatures at every layer, which is why it achieves 98% success where simpler solutions fail.
What happens when a request fails?
Scrapfly provides detailed error diagnostics showing why requests fail (blocks, timeouts, site issues). Automatic retries handle transient failures, and you're not charged for unsuccessful requests.
Does Scrapfly support JavaScript rendering?
Yes. Scrapfly uses dedicated cloud browser instances with headless browser JavaScript rendering for dynamic content. Enable the render_js parameter to capture content from React, Vue.js, Angular apps and SPAs.
What proxies does Scrapfly include?
Scrapfly includes residential and datacenter proxies in all plans. Both rotate across 50+ countries. All proxies are included in API credits with no separate fees. New to proxies? See our introduction to proxies in web scraping.
Does Scrapfly have an Extraction API?
Yes. Scrapfly's Extraction API transforms raw HTML into structured JSON data automatically. Choose from auto-extraction for common data types, LLM-powered extraction using natural language prompts, or template-based extraction with reusable rules.
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Start For Free Today
Test Scrapfly on your targets before committing.
- 1,000 free API credits
- No credit card required
- Full API access
- Migration support
Methodology Note: Scrapeway benchmarks test web scraping APIs using default, out-of-the-box configurations, representing the real-world experience developers encounter when first integrating an API.