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ApogeoAPI vs GeoApi

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

APIApogeoAPINEW—GeoApiNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthapiKeynone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearyes
Data licenseUnverifiedLicence Ouverte (Etalab; INSEE/IGN data)
Free tierFree tier — API key requiredFree, no API key
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

ApogeoAPI vs GeoApi: common questions

Which is more reliable, ApogeoAPI or GeoApi?

On our scheduled checks, GeoApi leads on measured uptime — ApogeoAPI at —% versus GeoApi 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 GeoApi need an API key?

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

Can I call ApogeoAPI and GeoApi from the browser?

Only GeoApi 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 GeoApi free for commercial use?

ApogeoAPI has unclear commercial terms, and GeoApi allows commercial use on its free tier. 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.