Geocode.xyz vs ipapi.co
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Geocode.xyz vs ipapi.co: common questions
Which is more reliable, Geocode.xyz or ipapi.co?
On our scheduled checks, Geocode.xyz leads on measured uptime — Geocode.xyz at 100% 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, Geocode.xyz or ipapi.co?
Geocode.xyz has the lower median latency in our checks — Geocode.xyz responds in 386 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 Geocode.xyz and ipapi.co need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Geocode.xyz 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 Geocode.xyz and ipapi.co from the browser?
Yes — both Geocode.xyz 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 Geocode.xyz and ipapi.co free for commercial use?
Geocode.xyz has unclear commercial terms, 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.