HackMyIP vs InfraNode Open Data API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
HackMyIP vs InfraNode Open Data API: common questions
Which is more reliable, HackMyIP or InfraNode Open Data API?
On our scheduled checks, InfraNode Open Data API leads on measured uptime — HackMyIP at —% versus InfraNode Open Data API 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 HackMyIP and InfraNode Open Data API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — HackMyIP is callable with no signup, and InfraNode Open Data API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call HackMyIP and InfraNode Open Data API from the browser?
Yes — both HackMyIP and InfraNode Open Data API 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 HackMyIP and InfraNode Open Data API free for commercial use?
HackMyIP allows commercial use on its free tier, and InfraNode Open Data API 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.