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import.io vs ParseHub: What are the differences?
What is import.io? Extract data from the web. import.io is a free web-based platform that puts the power of the machine readable web in your hands. Using our tools you can create an API or crawl an entire website in a fraction of the time of traditional methods, no coding required.
What is ParseHub? Turn dynamic websites into APIs. You can extract data from anywhere. ParseHub works with single-page apps, multi-page apps and just about any other modern web technology. ParseHub can handle Javascript, AJAX, cookies, sessions and redirects. You can easily fill in forms, loop through dropdowns, login to websites, click on interactive maps and even deal with infinite scrolling.
import.io and ParseHub can be primarily classified as "Web Scraping API" tools.
Some of the features offered by import.io are:
- Real-time data extraction
- website automation
- Automatic webpage conversion into data (Magic)
On the other hand, ParseHub provides the following key features:
- Works with single-page apps, multi-page apps
- Uses machine learning for its state-of-the-art relationship engine
- Instantly shows sample data as you're working
Pros of import.io
- Easy setup8
- Native desktop app5
- Free lead generation tool5
- Continuous updates3
- Features based on users suggestions3
Pros of ParseHub
- Great support6
- Easy setup5
- Complex websites5
- Native Desktop App3