FreeGeoIP vs GeoIP-db
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
FreeGeoIP vs GeoIP-db: common questions
Which is more reliable, FreeGeoIP or GeoIP-db?
On our scheduled checks, FreeGeoIP leads on measured uptime — FreeGeoIP at 96.1% versus GeoIP-db at 94.1% 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, FreeGeoIP or GeoIP-db?
GeoIP-db has the lower median latency in our checks — FreeGeoIP responds in 242 ms versus GeoIP-db at 220 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 FreeGeoIP and GeoIP-db need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — FreeGeoIP is callable with no signup, and GeoIP-db is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call FreeGeoIP and GeoIP-db from the browser?
Yes — both FreeGeoIP and GeoIP-db 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 FreeGeoIP and GeoIP-db free for commercial use?
FreeGeoIP has unclear commercial terms, and GeoIP-db 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.