All Apify Reviews
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Jared
Verified reviewer
Machinery, 10,000+ employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed March 2023
Extracting data from websites is easy with Apify.
It saves us time from web scraping since the whole process is done automatically, our data flow is very good, we improve our business objectives because we have the help of Apify.
PROSI like how easy it is to extract data from different web pages, the templates are very good, the system works smoothly, the proxy service is excellent, the automated web scraping is very effective.
CONSAt first we thought that the configuration would be complicated, but it was not, since the whole process was carried out as normal.
Peter
Information Technology and Services, 2-10 employees
Used weekly for less than 6 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed January 2023
Scraper for Travel Website
Very easy to use
PROSHave used this tool to help build a travel website and found their Booking.com and Trip Advisor tools to be very useful.
CONSSome duplication or minor errors at times so you do need to scan over the export file before importing or manipulating data.
Reason for choosing Apify
It was very quick and easy to start using with the tools already in place.
Reasons for switching to Apify
This tool was easy to use and more affordable than other similar tools.
Arthur
Verified reviewer
Retail, 11-50 employees
Used daily for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
3
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
3
Reviewed June 2021
Definitely works and it's worthy
Generally, I was super well-assisted and the system worked 99% of the time, I have experienced only one outage with the SERP Proxy service in more than 12 months using. Considering the difficulty of scraping google I understand that this is very acceptable.
PROSThe proxy feature works very good and the dashboard allows me to watch exactly how I'm spending my money. The marketplace is also very interesting although I haven't used it.
CONSThe proxy service doesn't allow me to choose the country for the requests, so the websites that have IP-related restricted access doesn't work with the Apify service.
Boryana
Financial Services, 5,001-10,000 employees
Used weekly for less than 6 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed December 2023
Good Tools, Great Support, and Swift Developer Responses
Overall, my experience has been very positive.
PROS- Trial period with credits to test a few APIs and integrations. The limit was high enough for me to get a good idea of the APIs I want to use and find one that works well for me. - Direct communication with the developers. I had a small issue which was resolved immediately. I also made a suggestion for one more data point to be extracted. It was added in no time, which was fantastic. - Support and Apify tour - the chance to talk to somebody from the team about the platform and for them to recommend sections and features based on your needs and use case. I had a session with Cait. She was brilliant, answered all my questions and suggested functionalities that I hadn't discovered but will definitely make use of going forward. - Swift approval of my application for student discount. Took 2 minutes to get an approval after my application.
CONSCan't say that I have anything negative to say do far. If I need to add one, that would be price. I have no direct comparison as I have not tested any alternatives. And since I have no time to search for alternative solutions (dissertation deadline fast approaching) and I am happy with this one so far - I will go with it. During my Apify tour, Cait did suggest that students can apply for Student discount. I wish I had known / applied for it before I had moved on to Starter plan. As a student, I am paying for everything by myself and I can already say that I will need to spend $200+ to get the data that I need.
Vendor Response
Hi Boryana, thank you for the detailed review of Apify! We are really happy your experience has been positive so far and that you were also able to utilize the student discount in the end. Best luck with your dissertation thesis!
Replied December 2023
Mumbi
Investment Management, 201-500 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed November 2023
APIFY NEVER DISAPPOINTS ITS MY NUMBER ONE TOOL FOR EXTRACTION
First of all i am impressed on how easy it is to get started even for new beginners . Apify also is easy to understand hence do not consume most of your time . It is also very easy to set up for your project , scrappers and APIs
CONSI can not state of any dislike as for now because apify has really been of great help to me and my colleagues
Anonymous
10,000+ employees
Used daily for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed July 2023
Apify Gets the Job Done, But Lacks the Refinement of Custom Crawling
Apify represents an excellent option for automating web scraping and data extraction tasks, particularly for those who cannot write custom code themselves. The platform makes these processes intuitive through its simple API and built-in tools while still delivering the scalability, flexibility, and reliability needed for more advanced use cases.
PROSAutomation By scheduling crawler runs on a recurring basis, Apify can automate the process of extracting new or updated data removing the need for manual work.
CONSThough relatively straightforward, learning to build effective crawlers and extracts in Apify can still require studying documentation and troubleshooting tasks.
Raj
Verified reviewer
Architecture & Planning, 2-10 employees
Used daily for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed August 2023
Apify Tools Stability and the Responsive Data Source Connectors are Perfect.
The Apify features are easy on navigation and the access control tools and the reporting features are very excellent.
PROSEasy adjusting Apify functions for better and effective quality services generation and the multiple Websites data extraction and excellent mapping capability provided by Apify are profitable.The platform still allows secure data verification and the analytical options and data visualization using Apify features is cost effective.
CONSNice and easy multiple projects data migration tool which on my first time was easy and nothing for me to dislike from all Apify features.
Grace
Verified reviewer
Marketing and Advertising, 501-1,000 employees
Used daily for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed August 2023
Apify is Highly Functional Data Mapping and Data Verification Product.
Flexible data migration and the multiple project data processing and also the data visualization through Apify functions is more profitable and reliable file management tool.
PROSThe extraction of various web data and even Apify allows effective multiple data import through its excellent data connectors.Apify is still the best data management platform and the IP rotation capability is impressive and the real time reporting functions are perfect.
CONSSimple on Apify initial deployment after training which requires a very short period of time and my opinion is that i got no dislike from all Apify features.
Jeff
Telecommunications, 201-500 employees
Used daily for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed November 2023
THE BEST OF ALL TIMES TOOL FOR DATA EXTRAACTION .
The ease of use and the fact that there are multiple ways of using it...this made it more efficient Apify has a friendly user interface I am also impressed by how cost friendly it is it is not expensive
CONSNothing really i had a great time using Apify it is on another level hence has not yet found anything to state as a dislike
Killian
Computer Software, 1 employee
Used daily for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed August 2023
Proxy Nightmares no more, data extraction with the click of a button.
My favorite part about apify is the proxy management and rotation. Traditionally this is a nightmare for me and I love the completely managed proxy rotation and management.
CONSThe pricing is a little bit high. I wish that I could access the pay as you go pricing of actors/proxies without having to pay for a $50/month subscription.
Reason for choosing Apify
The large amount of prebuilt "actors" to simplify the data mining process.
Marco
Pharmaceuticals, 10,000+ employees
Used daily for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed February 2023
The Go-To for All Scraping Needs
My overall experience with Apify has been good. The platform has made it possible to gather large amounts of data quickly and efficiently, which has helped my business scale faster.
PROSApify is an exceptional platform for scraping data, with remarkable features that make the process quick, efficient, and enjoyable. The scrapers available on Apify are top-notch and provide excellent results, which have helped me to gather crucial information needed for my community marketplace.
CONSDespite its excellent performance, sometimes, the individual Actors (scrapers) on Apify may break, causing delays in data scraping. However, this is a common issue with software, and the customer service team at Apify is always available to resolve the issue promptly.
Maximiliano
Verified reviewer
Retail, 201-500 employees
Used weekly for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
3
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
4
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed February 2023
Apify Review: Efficient and User-Friendly Web Data Extraction Platform
Apify has helped me solve a number of challenges in my work. Prior to using Apify, I struggled to extract data from websites and APIs in a timely and efficient manner. I often found that the process was slow, unreliable, and prone to errors. But with Apify, I have been able to extract data quickly and easily, with minimal errors or downtime. This has made my work much more efficient and has allowed me to complete projects faster and with greater accuracy.I am extremely satisfied with the platform and the benefits it has brought to my job.
PROSAs a user of Apify, I appreciate its versatility and user-friendly interface for extracting data from websites and APIs. The data extraction feature is efficient and customizable to meet my specific needs. The data connectors, import/export and IP rotation functions make it easy to integrate the scraped data into other workflows. Overall, I highly recommend Apify for anyone who needs to extract data from websites or APIs.
CONSAs a user of Apify, I have found that while the platform is generally user-friendly and effective for web data extraction, there are a few areas that could be improved. The interface can be a bit overwhelming or difficult to navigate, especially for new users, and the pricing structure can be confusing with multiple options available. These small challenges aside, I still highly recommend Apify as a platform for anyone who needs to extract data from websites or APIs.
Dhrumil
Information Technology and Services, 1 employee
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed July 2021
Apify is just amazing platform for data scraping
This was exactly missing piece of scraping industry. It has precisely all the stuffs required for scraping be it small scale or large scale. Managing infrastructure with scraping is pain and Apify makes it so easy and productive.
PROS- Productivity - Easy to deploy and schedule - Cloud based quick launching - SDK support - NodeJS to do all the advanced stuffs available in the world - Data as API in multiple formats - Complete platform is API based and can be used to connect with other eco-systems.
CONS- Grouping of tasks/actors should be there (Imagine account with 500 tasks) - Monitoring dashboard should be enhanced as built in feature (Imagine monitoring 500 tasks)
Jb
Computer Software, 2-10 employees
Used weekly for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed March 2022
Apify turns web extraction into a fun task
Apify proxy and automation APIs for the web are the easiest to test and deploy. It takes less than an hour for an automation developer to use Apify and turn any web page into a full-blown API. With a typical cloud provider like AWS. there's a lot of moving parts like task queue management that Apify simply takes care of without asking too much of developer's time.
CONSAPI and onboarding documentation could be simplified.
jackie
Computer & Network Security, 1,001-5,000 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed February 2023
Quick to use and shred
Scraping Google Maps and Booking, it takes me too lengthy to do it myself, so I can save a lot of time using Apify. I have yet to explore other scraping technologies, which will offer me more possibilities.
PROSI utilized it for scrap booking and Google Maps; it really was simple for using, and the output was just what I needed. In comparison to what I previously used, I must say that it is far more customer.
CONSI don't mind it, however I was seeking for a item to scrap and couldn't locate it on apify
Fran
Verified reviewer
Research, 1,001-5,000 employees
Used daily for less than 6 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed July 2021
Great for users at every skill level
Apify is excellent. While its aim seems to be focused on B2B, I found its tools to be the best option as an undergrad researcher. Friendly customer support at every level indicates to me that Apify not only cares about customers, but also about its employees.
PROSApify wins in my book based on its excellent customer support and its effective and proven actors. I am a researcher whose specialty is not programming, so having an interface that was easy to understand and work with as someone who has only passing experience with the backend was vital. The live chat was an excellent tool for me to get help from a pro when I ran into any trouble at all, too.
CONSI did sometimes run into small hiccups based on a mismatch between my input and the scraped output. CS let me know that one specific bug I ran into would be addressed by the end of the week, but if I had to list a con, that would be it.
Reasons for switching to Apify
My first goal was to scrape Zillow, and since Zillow has become increasingly unfriendly to scraping, I needed a better option. Apify's Zillow actor was exactly what I needed in an efficient and effective tool.
Yaffee
Education Management, 1,001-5,000 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed February 2023
Simplified With Apify
Extremely simple and effective for cloud-based organizing. It features built-in capability for proxies.
PROS-Superb support group.-The cloud makes scheduling a breeze.-Trustworthy and reliable information.
CONS-Might offer a better massive scale surveillance system.-Enhance information APIs to include search and substitution functionality.
Anonymous
2-10 employees
Used daily for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed April 2021
Best data tool ever
Apify provides me the best output when I compare to other companies. Their support is fantastic and whenever I need something related to automation or data-wise, this is the first place that I find myself in. I hope they'll continue the way they are going in.
CONSIt is a bit technical but that makes it more usable on the low level. I really like the product no matter what.
Tomáš
Verified reviewer
Real Estate, 2-10 employees
Used weekly for less than 6 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed October 2021
Makes web automation a piece of cake
As a developer, I probably can't imagine a better tool that balances the power and flexibility with the ease of use. Also, taking into account the great customer support, it makes it one of the best services I have ever tried.
PROSApify lets you focus on developing the core functionality without the need to manage any infrastructure. The API is really awesome in that it lets you integrate with other tools easily (either directly or via tools like Zapier or Integromat). And using webhooks, you can chain actors to build even more sophisticated data pipelines.
CONSThere were a couple of moments where I couldn't find the information I was looking for in the documentation and had to find out using trial and error.
Anonymous
201-500 employees
Used daily for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed March 2022
Very useful, easy to get going quickly
Really helpful for harvesting data from disparate websites
CONSUser interface took a little while to get used to but once understood was really powerful.
Reason for choosing Apify
did exactly what we needed and connected well with integromat (now Make)
Anonymous
2-10 employees
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed October 2022
amazing
data extraction is the most problem i solved with apify
PROSthe map scrapper is amazing and fast and easy to use
CONSdebit card required to test some free trial actors
Reasons for switching to Apify
it's not required to know how to code
mark
Education Management, 1,001-5,000 employees
Used weekly for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed February 2023
APIFY is enabled me to construct a fully autonomous SDR.
APIFY offers a community for pre-made scheduled tasks as well as the ability to construct bespoke automations. This program has already produced more than $50,000 in income.
CONSThere are no disadvantages that I can remember of; assistance is prompt and informative, and I valued and respected as a customer.
luq
Education Management, 1,001-5,000 employees
Used weekly for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed February 2023
The finest thing ever created
I suggest Apify to everyone of my coworkers and acquaintances. If you require anything automated or a dataset for your business, please ask Apify and forget about that as well.
PROSExcellent scripting tool.Excellent info scraping service.
CONSI believe they can grasp their manufacturer's technological level.
Jyoti
Information Technology and Services, 2-10 employees
Used daily for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed February 2023
Best Data Scraper
Overall great experience
PROSAmong the other platforms this is best solution for scrapers . It’s easy to use and manage, it provides scalability and Speed.
CONSIt’s bit complex to integrate with other tools
Abdelaziz
Computer Software, 1 employee
Used weekly for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed March 2023
The goto tool for automation (data/browser) & web scraping
I'm using it to scrape e-commerce websites for multiple reasons. This was beneficial, especially cutting down the cost to few dollars per months with reliable results
PROSWeb scraping, the easy way. You can rent actors for few cents and you're good to go.
CONSFrom what I tested, I still didn't face something that I don't like.