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ApogeoAPI vs GeoIP-db

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

APIApogeoAPINEW—GeoIP-dbNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthapiKeynone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree tier — API key requiredUnlimited, no key, no credit card
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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ApogeoAPI vs GeoIP-db: common questions

Which is more reliable, ApogeoAPI or GeoIP-db?

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

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

Can I call ApogeoAPI and GeoIP-db from the browser?

Only GeoIP-db 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 GeoIP-db free for commercial use?

ApogeoAPI has unclear commercial terms, and GeoIP-db 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.