Catchdoms Security API vs Icanhazip
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Catchdoms Security API vs Icanhazip: common questions
Which is more reliable, Catchdoms Security API or Icanhazip?
On our scheduled checks, Icanhazip leads on measured uptime — Catchdoms Security API 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 Catchdoms Security API and Icanhazip need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Catchdoms Security API is callable with no signup, and Icanhazip is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Catchdoms Security API and Icanhazip from the browser?
Only Icanhazip is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Catchdoms Security API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Catchdoms Security API and Icanhazip free for commercial use?
Catchdoms Security API 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.