ApogeoAPI vs CountryStateCity
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
ApogeoAPI vs CountryStateCity: common questions
Which is more reliable, ApogeoAPI or CountryStateCity?
On our scheduled checks, CountryStateCity leads on measured uptime — ApogeoAPI at —% versus CountryStateCity at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do ApogeoAPI and CountryStateCity need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — ApogeoAPI uses an API key and CountryStateCity uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call ApogeoAPI and CountryStateCity from the browser?
Only CountryStateCity is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. ApogeoAPI needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are ApogeoAPI and CountryStateCity free for commercial use?
ApogeoAPI has unclear commercial terms, and CountryStateCity 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.