GeoNet API vs MY IP
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GeoNet API vs MY IP: common questions
Which is more reliable, GeoNet API or MY IP?
On our scheduled checks, GeoNet API leads on measured uptime — GeoNet API at 100% versus MY IP at 82.4% 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, GeoNet API or MY IP?
MY IP has the lower median latency in our checks — GeoNet API responds in 2533 ms versus MY IP at 210 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 GeoNet API and MY IP need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — GeoNet API is callable with no signup, and MY IP is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call GeoNet API and MY IP from the browser?
Only GeoNet API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. MY IP needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are GeoNet API and MY IP free for commercial use?
GeoNet API has unclear commercial terms, and MY IP 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.