CryptoAML.ai vs AMLBot — which is better?

It depends on your use case. CryptoAML.ai offers a web interface, REST API, and works without Telegram. AMLBot is a Telegram-native bot — great for manual checks in chat. CryptoAML.ai is better for developers needing API access or users who prefer a web interface. Both screen against OFAC, UN, and UK sanctions lists.

Does CryptoAML.ai have an API?

Yes. CryptoAML.ai provides a REST API at api.cryptoaml.ai for $29/month (500 checks). GET /check?address={wallet} returns risk_score, verdict, flags, and on-chain data as JSON. AMLBot does not offer a REST API.

AMLBot is a Telegram bot (@AMLBot) for crypto wallet AML screening. It supports BTC, ETH, TRX and other blockchains. Pricing starts from $0.10 per check. It requires a Telegram account and works only within the Telegram app.

Comparison

CryptoAML.ai vs AMLBot

Web interface + REST API vs Telegram-only. Both screen against OFAC sanctions. Here's how they compare.

Feature	CryptoAML.ai	AMLBot
Interface	Web + API + Telegram bot	Telegram only
No account required	✓ Instant, no signup	Telegram account needed
Free tier	20 checks/day free	3–5 free checks
Pay per check	$0.99	~$0.10–$0.50
REST API	✓ $29/month	✗ Not available
OFAC SDN screening	✓ Daily refresh	✓ Daily refresh
UN + UK sanctions	✓ Included	✓ Included
Risk score (0-100)	✓ Free	✓ Available
Supported blockchains	BTC, ETH, TRX, SOL, BNB, LTC + 30	BTC, ETH, TRX + 30
Works without Telegram	✓ Yes	✗ No
Embed in your app	✓ REST API	✗ Not possible

Which should you use?

Both tools screen against the same sanctions databases and provide risk scores. The key difference is the interface.

Choose CryptoAML.ai if you need a web interface (no Telegram required), REST API for automation, or a developer-friendly JSON endpoint. Also better for users who don't want to install Telegram.

Choose AMLBot if you primarily work in Telegram and want a conversational bot experience with inline results.

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Common questions

Does CryptoAML.ai have a REST API?

Yes. The API is available at api.cryptoaml.ai. The main endpoint is GET /check?address={wallet} and returns JSON with risk_score (0-100), verdict (LOW/MEDIUM/HIGH/CRITICAL), flags array, ofac_hit, transaction count and estimated volume. API access is $29/month for 500 checks. AMLBot does not provide a REST API.

Can I use CryptoAML.ai without Telegram?

Yes — that's one of the main advantages. CryptoAML.ai works entirely in your browser at cryptoaml.ai with no account or Telegram required. AMLBot requires a Telegram account and can only be used within the Telegram app.

How does AMLBot pricing compare to CryptoAML.ai?

AMLBot offers free checks (typically 3-5 per day) with paid plans from approximately $0.10 per check in bulk packages. CryptoAML.ai offers 20 free checks per day and $0.99 per full report for occasional use. For API access, CryptoAML.ai charges $29/month — AMLBot doesn't offer an API.

Which AML tool is better for developers?

CryptoAML.ai is purpose-built for developer integration with a REST JSON API. You can call GET api.cryptoaml.ai/check?address={addr} and get a structured response in under 3 seconds. AMLBot has no API, making it impractical for automated or programmatic use cases.