bng2latlong vs IP Address API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
bng2latlong vs IP Address API: common questions
Which is more reliable, bng2latlong or IP Address API?
On our scheduled checks, IP Address API leads on measured uptime — bng2latlong at —% versus IP Address API 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 bng2latlong and IP Address API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — bng2latlong is callable with no signup, and IP Address API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call bng2latlong and IP Address API from the browser?
Yes — both bng2latlong and IP Address API 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 bng2latlong and IP Address API free for commercial use?
bng2latlong has unclear commercial terms, and IP Address API 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.