Geocoder REST API vs Randommer
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Geocoder REST API vs Randommer: common questions
Which is more reliable, Geocoder REST API or Randommer?
On our scheduled checks, Randommer leads on measured uptime — Geocoder REST API at —% versus Randommer 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 Geocoder REST API and Randommer need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — Geocoder REST API uses an API key and Randommer uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call Geocoder REST API and Randommer from the browser?
Only Randommer 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 Randommer free for commercial use?
Geocoder REST API has unclear commercial terms, and Randommer 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.