Best Rising Stars on Apify (2026)
Rising Stars highlights newly launched, fast-growing, or recently overhauled actors gaining traction in the Apify Store.
New platforms emerge and anti-scraping technologies evolve, requiring developers to build faster, smarter extraction tools. This collection highlights the Apify Store's most promising up-and-coming actors that early adopters are using to gain a data edge.
Top Actors in This Collection
1. ThomasNet Suppliers Real-Time Scraper (2026) — 500 users · 4.8 ⭐ · $5/1,000 results
A fast-growing B2B tool. Scrape the ThomasNet database for US manufacturer contact info, product categories, and certifications. Perfect for supply chain research and wholesale lead generation. Try ThomasNet Suppliers Real-Time Scraper on Apify →
2. Threads Search Scraper — 2K users · 4.2 ⭐ · $2/1,000 results
As Meta's text platform grows, so does the need to monitor it. Extract Threads posts and profiles by search keyword or user handle using one of the few reliable Threads scrapers currently available. Try Threads Search Scraper on Apify →
3. Fast Google Search Results Scraper — 8K users · 4.5 ⭐ · $0.50/1,000 results
A highly performant SERP scraper tearing up the charts due to its pricing. Optimized for massive-scale programmatic SEO and keyword research at just $0.50 per 1,000 queries. Try Fast Google Search Results Scraper on Apify →
4. 2gis Places Scraper
A specialized mapper utility gaining popularity. Scrape the 2GIS directory (popular in Eastern Europe and Central Asia) for local business listings, phone numbers, working hours, and reviews. Try 2gis Places Scraper on Apify →
5. 💎 Leads Scraper With EMAILS (Like Apollo)
A breakout tool for cold emailers. Input company domains or LinkedIn URLs and receive enriched B2B contact data including verified professional email addresses at a fraction of Apollo's cost. Try Leads Scraper With EMAILS on Apify →
6. Insta Comment Bot
An emerging social media automation actor. Automatically posts comments on targeted Instagram posts based on hashtags or user feeds. Requires careful proxy and session management to operate safely. Try Insta Comment Bot on Apify →
7. Reddit Scraper (Alternative)
A rising alternative to the establishment Reddit tools. Scrapes subreddits, posts, and nested comment structures efficiently, often adapting faster to Reddit's frontend DOM changes than older tools. Try Reddit Scraper on Apify →
8. TikTok Data Scraper
A streamlined, API-driven TikTok extractor. Pulls video metadata, creator details, and engagement stats rapidly without the heavy compute costs of full browser emulation. Try TikTok Data Scraper on Apify →
9. Fast Instagram API - Posts, Reels, Profiles
A new entry competing with long-standing Instagram tools. Uses undocumented mobile APIs to return JSON data incredibly fast, bypassing the web-based login walls that plague Selenium scripts. Try Fast Instagram Scraper API on Apify →
10. G2.com Real-Time Reviews Scraper (2026)
A modernized G2 scraper built to handle the platform's latest anti-bot measures. Extracts B2B software reviews, star ratings, and competitive alternatives in real-time. Try G2.com Real-Time Reviews Scraper on Apify →
Why These Tools Stand Out
Rising Star tools often introduce more efficient extraction methods (like utilizing hidden mobile APIs instead of full browsers) or target brand-new platforms (like Threads) before the legacy scrapers catch up.
Apify offers $5 in free monthly credits. You can test these up-and-coming developer tools today.
Generally, yes. While they may have fewer total users than legacy tools, actors in the 'Rising Stars' category have proven traction, high success rates, and active developers shipping frequent updates.
Newer actors often compete on price (offering lower cost-per-1,000 results) or speed (using lighter frameworks like Cheerio or HTTP requests instead of heavy headless browsers).
Yes, every actor deployed on Apify automatically receives REST API endpoints for triggering runs and fetching datasets, regardless of how new the tool is.