FreeGeoIP vs Pinball Map
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
FreeGeoIP vs Pinball Map: common questions
Which is more reliable, FreeGeoIP or Pinball Map?
On our scheduled checks, FreeGeoIP leads on measured uptime — FreeGeoIP at 96.1% versus Pinball Map at 52.0% 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 Pinball Map?
FreeGeoIP has the lower median latency in our checks — FreeGeoIP responds in 242 ms versus Pinball Map at 540 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 Pinball Map need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — FreeGeoIP is callable with no signup, and Pinball Map is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call FreeGeoIP and Pinball Map from the browser?
Only FreeGeoIP is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Pinball Map needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are FreeGeoIP and Pinball Map free for commercial use?
FreeGeoIP has unclear commercial terms, and Pinball Map 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.