Geocode.xyz vs Visitor Statistics API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Geocode.xyz vs Visitor Statistics API: common questions
Which is more reliable, Geocode.xyz or Visitor Statistics API?
On our scheduled checks, Visitor Statistics API leads on measured uptime — Geocode.xyz at —% versus Visitor Statistics API at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do Geocode.xyz and Visitor Statistics API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Geocode.xyz is callable with no signup, and Visitor Statistics API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Geocode.xyz and Visitor Statistics API from the browser?
Only Geocode.xyz is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Visitor Statistics API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Geocode.xyz and Visitor Statistics API free for commercial use?
Geocode.xyz has unclear commercial terms, and Visitor Statistics 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.