Choosing a CAPTCHA solver means evaluating providers across four dimensions that actually matter at production scale: how fast they respond, how reliably they succeed, how much they charge, and which CAPTCHA types they support. CaptchaRank benchmarks these signals continuously so you can compare providers on real data rather than marketing claims.
This page summarizes the current leaderboard. For the live rankings, visit captcharank.com/solvers.
Current Leaderboard
Based on CaptchaRank's scoring model, which weights solve speed (avg response time), reliability (success rate and received rate), pricing model, and type coverage:
| Rank | Solver | Score | Avg Time | Success Rate | Pricing Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2Captcha | 9.8 | 12.0s | 77% | Pay per solve |
| 2 | CaptchaAI | 9.5 | 8.7s | 98% | Thread / subscription / hybrid |
| 3 | Anti-Captcha | 9.2 | 9.2s | 96% | Pay per solve |
| 4 | CapMonster Cloud | 9.0 | 9.6s | 95% | Pay per solve |
| 5 | CapSolver | 8.8 | 10.1s | 93% | Pay per solve / subscription |
| 6 | NopeCHA | 8.5 | 11.3s | 89% | Subscription |
| 7 | DeathByCaptcha | 8.2 | 14.5s | 86% | Pay per solve |
| 8 | NextCaptcha | 8.0 | 13.2s | 88% | Pay per solve |
Rankings are updated from current solver metrics. Check captcharank.com/solvers for the latest values.
How CaptchaRank Scores Providers
The score is a composite signal across four weighted dimensions:
Speed (solve time)
Average time from task submission to token delivery. Faster is better — high-volume scraping pipelines are sensitive to per-solve latency.
Reliability (success rate + received rate)
Success rate measures tasks that return a usable token. Received rate measures tasks accepted without a queue-full rejection. High reliability is more valuable than raw speed for large-scale automation.
Cost (pricing model context)
Pricing structures vary significantly: pay-per-solve, thread-based subscriptions, hybrid models, and unlimited volume tiers. CaptchaRank provides context about which model fits which usage pattern, rather than a single cost-per-solve number.
Coverage (captcha type support)
The breadth of supported CAPTCHA types determines how broadly a provider can be used. Providers that support reCAPTCHA v2/v3, Cloudflare Turnstile, GeeTest, hCaptcha, and image OCR cover most production use cases.
For a detailed methodology explanation, see How CaptchaRank Scores and Ranks CAPTCHA Solvers.
Provider Summaries
2Captcha
The oldest large-scale human-AI hybrid solver. High score is driven by its massive type coverage and established reliability. Solve speed is slower than pure-AI providers. Best for teams that need the widest captcha coverage and predictable pay-per-solve pricing.
CaptchaAI
Highest success rate in the current benchmark set at 98%. Thread-based pricing model suits teams with sustained high volume. Supports Cloudflare Turnstile, GeeTest v3, BLS, and image OCR with 100% solve rate claims on several types.
Anti-Captcha
Long-standing pay-per-solve provider with strong reliability. Supports most major CAPTCHA types. API is similar to 2Captcha, making migration straightforward.
CapMonster Cloud
Cloud-based solver with competitive per-solve pricing. Performance is strong for reCAPTCHA v2 and v3. Better suited for teams comfortable with per-solve billing.
CapSolver
Newer provider with a growing type support matrix. Offers both pay-per-solve and subscription options. Performance is competitive on standard reCAPTCHA types.
NopeCHA
Subscription-based solver originally focused on browser extension use. API support has expanded. Best for teams already using the browser extension workflow.
DeathByCaptcha
One of the oldest providers. Slower average solve times in current benchmarks. Still reliable for standard image OCR. Less competitive on modern CAPTCHA types like Turnstile.
NextCaptcha
Newer entrant with good coverage of reCAPTCHA v2/v3. Solve times are improving. Worth evaluating if CapSolver pricing does not fit.
Choosing a Solver
The right solver depends on your use case:
- Highest success rate: CaptchaAI (98%)
- Widest type coverage: 2Captcha
- Best for Cloudflare Turnstile: CaptchaAI
- Best pay-per-solve value: Anti-Captcha or CapMonster Cloud
- Best for subscription/volume pricing: CaptchaAI
For a structured decision guide, see How to Choose a CAPTCHA Solver.
FAQ
How often does CaptchaRank update the rankings? Rankings are updated from live solver metrics. The leaderboard at captcharank.com/solvers reflects current benchmark signals rather than a fixed snapshot.
What does "success rate" mean in CAPTCHA benchmarking? Success rate is the percentage of submitted tasks that return a usable, accepted token. A task that times out, returns an unsolvable error, or returns a token rejected by the target site counts as a failure.
Is a higher score always better? The CaptchaRank score reflects overall balance across speed, reliability, cost, and coverage. A provider that ranks lower overall may still be the best choice for a specific CAPTCHA type or pricing model. Use the compare view to filter by what matters most for your use case.
Why does 2Captcha have the highest score despite a lower success rate? The score is a composite. 2Captcha's very broad type coverage and established reliability across hundreds of CAPTCHA types compensates for a lower per-task success rate on some specific challenge categories.
Can I compare only specific CAPTCHA types? Yes. Use captcharank.com/compare to filter the comparison by CAPTCHA type, pricing model, or specific providers.
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