Geocode.xyz vs Postali
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Geocode.xyz vs Postali: common questions
Which is more reliable, Geocode.xyz or Postali?
Both are neck-and-neck — Geocode.xyz and Postali each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, Geocode.xyz or Postali?
Postali has the lower median latency in our checks — Geocode.xyz responds in 386 ms versus Postali at 69 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 Postali need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Geocode.xyz is callable with no signup, and Postali is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Geocode.xyz and Postali from the browser?
Yes — both Geocode.xyz and Postali 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 Postali free for commercial use?
Geocode.xyz has unclear commercial terms, and Postali 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.