CloudConvert vs IPLocate
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
CloudConvert vs IPLocate: common questions
Which is more reliable, CloudConvert or IPLocate?
Both are neck-and-neck — CloudConvert and IPLocate 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, CloudConvert or IPLocate?
IPLocate has the lower median latency in our checks — CloudConvert responds in 433 ms versus IPLocate at 21 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 CloudConvert and IPLocate need an API key?
IPLocate needs no key, while CloudConvert requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for IPLocate first.
Can I call CloudConvert and IPLocate from the browser?
Only IPLocate is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. CloudConvert needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are CloudConvert and IPLocate free for commercial use?
CloudConvert has unclear commercial terms, and IPLocate 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.