GeoApi vs IPGEO
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GeoApi vs IPGEO: common questions
Which is more reliable, GeoApi or IPGEO?
On our scheduled checks, IPGEO leads on measured uptime — GeoApi at 97.1% versus IPGEO at 99.02% 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 IPGEO?
IPGEO has the lower median latency in our checks — GeoApi responds in 1016 ms versus IPGEO at 266 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 IPGEO need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — GeoApi is callable with no signup, and IPGEO is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call GeoApi and IPGEO from the browser?
Yes — both GeoApi and IPGEO 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 IPGEO free for commercial use?
GeoApi allows commercial use on its free tier, and IPGEO 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.