Strengths and tradeoffs
What each tool does well, and the limitations to keep in mind.
Pros
- Built for AI agents and automation
- Anti-detection capabilities included
- Residential proxies and CAPTCHA solving
- No infrastructure management
Cons
- Usage-based pricing adds up quickly
- Free tier not available
- Starting price USD 49/mo may be high for hobbyists
Pros
- Completely free open-source framework with no hidden costs
- Auto-wait mechanism eliminates flaky tests from timing issues
- Ships with browsers included—no separate driver management
- Multi-language support with consistent APIs across platforms
Cons
- Async/await patterns create learning curve for beginners