FreeGeoIP vs Ziptastic
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
FreeGeoIP vs Ziptastic: common questions
Which is more reliable, FreeGeoIP or Ziptastic?
On our scheduled checks, Ziptastic leads on measured uptime — FreeGeoIP at 96.1% versus Ziptastic 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, FreeGeoIP or Ziptastic?
FreeGeoIP has the lower median latency in our checks — FreeGeoIP responds in 242 ms versus Ziptastic at 366 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 Ziptastic need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — FreeGeoIP is callable with no signup, and Ziptastic is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call FreeGeoIP and Ziptastic from the browser?
Yes — both FreeGeoIP and Ziptastic 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 Ziptastic free for commercial use?
FreeGeoIP has unclear commercial terms, and Ziptastic 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.