Capture vs Urlbox
An honest comparison between two established screenshot API providers. We'll help you choose the right solution based on your specific needs and budget.
Quick Overview
Two Different Approaches to Screenshot APIs
- CCapture
Founded: 2017
Focus: Multi-API platform with pay-per-use pricing
Best for: Developers who want flexibility, multiple APIs, and no subscription commitment- UUrlbox
Founded: 2012
Focus: Mature screenshot service with enterprise features
Best for: Enterprises needing advanced customization and high-volume processing
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
A detailed breakdown of how both services compare across key features and capabilities.
| Feature | Capture | Urlbox |
|---|---|---|
| Established Since | 2017 | 2012 |
| Pricing Model | Pay-per-use credits (No subscription) | Monthly subscription ($19-$3200+) |
| Free Trial | 100 free credits forever | 7-day free trial |
| API Endpoints | Screenshot, PDF, Content, Metadata, AI Browser | Screenshots, PDFs, Videos, HTML |
| Output Formats | PNG, JPEG, WebP, PDF | PNG, JPEG, PDF, AVIF, WebP, SVG, Video |
| Browser Options | Modern Chrome engine | 100+ browser rendering options |
| Enterprise Features | S3 integration, Slack integration, Auto-recharge | Dedicated clusters, Custom infrastructure, Priority support |
| Rate Limits | 60-240 requests/minute (plan dependent) | Varies by plan, enterprise unlimited |
| Uptime SLA | 99.9%+ | 99.9%+ |
| Global CDN | Yes, with caching | Yes, with caching |
API Implementation Comparison
See how easy it is to get started with both services using their respective SDKs.
Capture Implementation
Urlbox Implementation
Which Service Should You Choose?
Both services excel in different scenarios. Here's our honest assessment of when each is the better choice.
Choose Capture if:
- You prefer pay-as-you-go pricing without monthly commitments
- You need multiple APIs (screenshots, PDFs, content scraping, metadata) in one platform
- You want generous free credits to evaluate the service
- You're building AI applications that need web browsing capabilities
- You prefer modern, developer-friendly APIs with multiple SDKs
Choose Urlbox if:
- You need advanced browser rendering options and customization
- You require enterprise-grade features like dedicated infrastructure
- You're capturing videos or need more output format options
- You have high-volume needs (1M+ screenshots per month)
- You prefer working with an established, mature platform with 12+ years of experience
Pricing Models Compared
Understanding the fundamental difference in how these services charge for usage.
Capture Pricing
Free tier: 100 credits forever
Cost per screenshot: $0.0025 - $0.006
Urlbox Pricing
Free tier: 7-day trial
Cost per screenshot: $0.0032 - $0.0045 (volume dependent)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I migrate from Urlbox to Capture?
Yes! Both services use similar API parameters for basic screenshot functionality. Capture provides migration guides and our support team can help with the transition.
Which service is faster?
Both services offer sub-second response times with global CDNs. Performance typically depends more on the complexity of the webpage being captured than the service chosen.
Do both services offer the same image quality?
Both produce high-quality screenshots using Chrome browsers. Urlbox offers more format options (AVIF, SVG), while Capture focuses on the most commonly used formats.
Which is better for enterprise use?
Urlbox has more enterprise-specific features like dedicated infrastructure and 12+ years of experience. Capture offers competitive enterprise features with more flexible pricing for growing businesses.
Ready to try Capture?
Start with 100 free credits and see why developers choose our pay-as-you-go approach over traditional subscriptions.