Arul's IP API vs LatLng

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

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%100%
Uptime · 30d100%100%
P50 · ms502855
P95 · ms14692171
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublished60 req/window · 59 remaining
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Arul's IP API vs LatLng: common questions

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

Both are neck-and-neck — Arul's IP API and LatLng 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 LatLng?

Arul's IP API has the lower median latency in our checks — Arul's IP API responds in 502 ms versus LatLng at 855 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 LatLng need an API key?

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

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

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

Arul's IP API has unclear commercial terms, and LatLng 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.