Acoustid API vs Icanhazip

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d0.0%0.0%
Uptime · 30d0.0%0.0%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthapiKeynone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree tier — API key may be required for productionFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Acoustid API vs Icanhazip: common questions

Which is more reliable, Acoustid API or Icanhazip?

Both are neck-and-neck — Acoustid API and Icanhazip each measure 0.0% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.

Do Acoustid API and Icanhazip need an API key?

Icanhazip needs no key, while Acoustid API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Icanhazip first.

Can I call Acoustid API and Icanhazip from the browser?

Yes — both Acoustid API and Icanhazip send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.

Are Acoustid API and Icanhazip free for commercial use?

Acoustid API has unclear commercial terms, and Icanhazip has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.