GeoApi vs openrouteservice.org
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GeoApi vs openrouteservice.org: common questions
Which is more reliable, GeoApi or openrouteservice.org?
On our scheduled checks, GeoApi leads on measured uptime — GeoApi at 97.1% versus openrouteservice.org at 96.1% 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 openrouteservice.org?
openrouteservice.org has the lower median latency in our checks — GeoApi responds in 1016 ms versus openrouteservice.org at 531 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 openrouteservice.org need an API key?
GeoApi needs no key, while openrouteservice.org requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for GeoApi first.
Can I call GeoApi and openrouteservice.org from the browser?
Yes — both GeoApi and openrouteservice.org 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 openrouteservice.org free for commercial use?
GeoApi allows commercial use on its free tier, and openrouteservice.org 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.