Fake JSON API vs IPGeolocation
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Fake JSON API vs IPGeolocation: common questions
Which is more reliable, Fake JSON API or IPGeolocation?
On our scheduled checks, IPGeolocation leads on measured uptime — Fake JSON API at 99.02% versus IPGeolocation at 100% 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, Fake JSON API or IPGeolocation?
IPGeolocation has the lower median latency in our checks — Fake JSON API responds in 865 ms versus IPGeolocation at 259 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 Fake JSON API and IPGeolocation need an API key?
Fake JSON API needs no key, while IPGeolocation requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Fake JSON API first.
Can I call Fake JSON API and IPGeolocation from the browser?
Yes — both Fake JSON API and IPGeolocation 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 Fake JSON API and IPGeolocation free for commercial use?
Fake JSON API has unclear commercial terms, and IPGeolocation 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.