Bitbucket vs Icanhazip
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Bitbucket vs Icanhazip: common questions
Which is more reliable, Bitbucket or Icanhazip?
On our scheduled checks, Icanhazip leads on measured uptime — Bitbucket at —% versus Icanhazip 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 Bitbucket and Icanhazip need an API key?
Icanhazip needs no key, while Bitbucket requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Icanhazip first.
Can I call Bitbucket and Icanhazip from the browser?
Only Icanhazip is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Bitbucket needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Bitbucket and Icanhazip free for commercial use?
Bitbucket has unclear commercial terms, and Icanhazip 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.