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Arul's IP API vs GeoApi

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

APIArul's IP APINEW—GeoApiNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearyes
Data licenseUnverifiedLicence Ouverte (Etalab; INSEE/IGN data)
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree, no API key
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Arul's IP API vs GeoApi: common questions

Which is more reliable, Arul's IP API or GeoApi?

On our scheduled checks, GeoApi leads on measured uptime — Arul's IP API 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 Arul's IP API and GeoApi need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — Arul's IP API is callable with no signup, and GeoApi is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call Arul's IP API and GeoApi from the browser?

Yes — both Arul's IP API and GeoApi 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 Arul's IP API and GeoApi free for commercial use?

Arul's IP API 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.