GeoScore vs PurgoMalum
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GeoScore vs PurgoMalum: common questions
Which is more reliable, GeoScore or PurgoMalum?
On our scheduled checks, PurgoMalum leads on measured uptime — GeoScore at 51.0% versus PurgoMalum 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, GeoScore or PurgoMalum?
PurgoMalum has the lower median latency in our checks — GeoScore responds in 4141 ms versus PurgoMalum at 423 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 GeoScore and PurgoMalum need an API key?
PurgoMalum needs no key, while GeoScore requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for PurgoMalum first.
Can I call GeoScore and PurgoMalum from the browser?
Yes — both GeoScore and PurgoMalum send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are GeoScore and PurgoMalum free for commercial use?
GeoScore has unclear commercial terms, and PurgoMalum 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.