Arul's IP API vs IBGE
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Arul's IP API vs IBGE: common questions
Which is more reliable, Arul's IP API or IBGE?
Both are neck-and-neck — Arul's IP API and IBGE each measure 100% 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.
Which is faster, Arul's IP API or IBGE?
Arul's IP API has the lower median latency in our checks — Arul's IP API responds in 502 ms versus IBGE at 1353 ms (P50). Tail latency (P95) is in the table above; for most workloads the median is the number that shapes how the API feels.
Do Arul's IP API and IBGE need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Arul's IP API is callable with no signup, and IBGE is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Arul's IP API and IBGE from the browser?
Yes — both Arul's IP API and IBGE 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 IBGE free for commercial use?
Arul's IP API has unclear commercial terms, and IBGE 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.