Drupal.org vs WhatIsMyIP API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Drupal.org vs WhatIsMyIP API: common questions
Which is more reliable, Drupal.org or WhatIsMyIP API?
Both are neck-and-neck — Drupal.org and WhatIsMyIP API 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, Drupal.org or WhatIsMyIP API?
WhatIsMyIP API has the lower median latency in our checks — Drupal.org responds in 1006 ms versus WhatIsMyIP API at 227 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 Drupal.org and WhatIsMyIP API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Drupal.org is callable with no signup, and WhatIsMyIP API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Drupal.org and WhatIsMyIP API from the browser?
Yes — both Drupal.org and WhatIsMyIP 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 Drupal.org and WhatIsMyIP API free for commercial use?
Drupal.org has unclear commercial terms, and WhatIsMyIP 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.