Geocoder REST API vs Keyvalue
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Geocoder REST API vs Keyvalue: common questions
Which is more reliable, Geocoder REST API or Keyvalue?
On our scheduled checks, Geocoder REST API leads on measured uptime — Geocoder REST API at 100% versus Keyvalue at 86.3% 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, Geocoder REST API or Keyvalue?
Geocoder REST API has the lower median latency in our checks — Geocoder REST API responds in 739 ms versus Keyvalue at 855 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 Geocoder REST API and Keyvalue need an API key?
Keyvalue needs no key, while Geocoder REST API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Keyvalue first.
Can I call Geocoder REST API and Keyvalue from the browser?
Only Keyvalue is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Geocoder REST API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Geocoder REST API and Keyvalue free for commercial use?
Geocoder REST API has unclear commercial terms, and Keyvalue 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.