Geocoder REST API vs Vector Express v2.0
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Geocoder REST API vs Vector Express v2.0: common questions
Which is more reliable, Geocoder REST API or Vector Express v2.0?
Both are neck-and-neck — Geocoder REST API and Vector Express v2.0 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, Geocoder REST API or Vector Express v2.0?
Vector Express v2.0 has the lower median latency in our checks — Geocoder REST API responds in 721 ms versus Vector Express v2.0 at 604 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 Vector Express v2.0 need an API key?
Vector Express v2.0 needs no key, while Geocoder REST API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Vector Express v2.0 first.
Can I call Geocoder REST API and Vector Express v2.0 from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call Geocoder REST API and Vector Express v2.0 from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are Geocoder REST API and Vector Express v2.0 free for commercial use?
Geocoder REST API has unclear commercial terms, and Vector Express v2.0 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.