Crawler Hit
How does Crawler Hit's template feature work?
You set up a template by showing the app where a specific piece of data, like a price, is located on a webpage. Once saved, you can run that template anytime to automatically grab the latest data without visiting the site yourself.
Can I export the data I collect with Crawler Hit to a spreadsheet?
Yes, the app lets you export your scraped data to a CSV file without any issues. You can then open that file in any spreadsheet app like Excel or Google Sheets for further analysis.
Why is it so hard to select the right text on a webpage when setting up a template?
On smaller phone screens, the app's text selection can be imprecise, often grabbing a larger block of text instead of the exact bit you want. Zooming in and tapping carefully helps, but you may need a few tries to get it right.
What happens if the website I'm scraping changes its layout?
Any change to the website's structure will likely break your template, forcing you to set it up from scratch. This is a common frustration because the app relies on the page's exact layout to find the data you want.
How does Crawler Hit compare to price tracking apps like Keepa or CamelCamelCamel?
Unlike those browser extensions that automatically track prices on specific stores, Crawler Hit lets you scrape almost any website you choose. However, it requires more manual setup and is less polished, so it's better for custom tracking than for simple Amazon price checks.
