FreeGeoIP vs IBGE
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
FreeGeoIP vs IBGE: common questions
Which is more reliable, FreeGeoIP or IBGE?
Both are neck-and-neck — FreeGeoIP and IBGE each measure 99.44% 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, FreeGeoIP or IBGE?
FreeGeoIP has the lower median latency in our checks — FreeGeoIP responds in 145 ms versus IBGE at 892 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 IBGE need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — FreeGeoIP is callable with no signup, and IBGE is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call FreeGeoIP and IBGE from the browser?
Yes — both FreeGeoIP and IBGE 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 IBGE free for commercial use?
FreeGeoIP has unclear commercial terms, and IBGE 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.