Geocode.xyz vs Open-Elevation API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Geocode.xyz vs Open-Elevation API: common questions
Which is more reliable, Geocode.xyz or Open-Elevation API?
On our scheduled checks, Geocode.xyz leads on measured uptime — Geocode.xyz at 100% versus Open-Elevation API at 86.1% 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, Geocode.xyz or Open-Elevation API?
They're evenly matched on speed — both Geocode.xyz and Open-Elevation API post a 231 ms median (P50) in our checks. Look at the P95 row above if worst-case latency matters more than the typical response for your use case.
Do Geocode.xyz and Open-Elevation API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Geocode.xyz is callable with no signup, and Open-Elevation API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Geocode.xyz and Open-Elevation API from the browser?
Yes — both Geocode.xyz and Open-Elevation API 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 Open-Elevation API free for commercial use?
Geocode.xyz has unclear commercial terms, and Open-Elevation API 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.