CloudConvert vs IPLocate.io
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
CloudConvert vs IPLocate.io: common questions
Which is more reliable, CloudConvert or IPLocate.io?
On our scheduled checks, CloudConvert leads on measured uptime — CloudConvert at 100% versus IPLocate.io at 71.6% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, CloudConvert or IPLocate.io?
IPLocate.io has the lower median latency in our checks — CloudConvert responds in 433 ms versus IPLocate.io at 56 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.io need an API key?
IPLocate.io needs no key, while CloudConvert requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for IPLocate.io first.
Can I call CloudConvert and IPLocate.io from the browser?
Only IPLocate.io 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.io free for commercial use?
CloudConvert has unclear commercial terms, and IPLocate.io 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.