GeoApi vs GeoJS

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d97.1%100%
Uptime · 30d95.0%100%
P50 · ms1016107
P95 · ms2862722
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useyesunclear
Data licenseLicence Ouverte (Etalab; INSEE/IGN data)Unverified
Free tierFree, no API keyFree, no API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished (no enforced limit stated)
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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GeoApi vs GeoJS: common questions

Which is more reliable, GeoApi or GeoJS?

On our scheduled checks, GeoJS leads on measured uptime — GeoApi at 97.1% versus GeoJS 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, GeoApi or GeoJS?

GeoJS has the lower median latency in our checks — GeoApi responds in 1016 ms versus GeoJS at 107 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 GeoApi and GeoJS need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — GeoApi is callable with no signup, and GeoJS is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call GeoApi and GeoJS from the browser?

Yes — both GeoApi and GeoJS 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 GeoApi and GeoJS free for commercial use?

GeoApi allows commercial use on its free tier, and GeoJS 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.