GeoApi vs ipapi.co
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GeoApi vs ipapi.co: common questions
Which is more reliable, GeoApi or ipapi.co?
On our scheduled checks, GeoApi leads on measured uptime — GeoApi at 97.1% versus ipapi.co at 1.0% 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, GeoApi or ipapi.co?
ipapi.co has the lower median latency in our checks — GeoApi responds in 1016 ms versus ipapi.co at 440 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 ipapi.co need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — GeoApi is callable with no signup, and ipapi.co is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call GeoApi and ipapi.co from the browser?
Yes — both GeoApi and ipapi.co 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 ipapi.co free for commercial use?
GeoApi allows commercial use on its free tier, and ipapi.co 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.