HackMyIP vs IP2Location
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
HackMyIP vs IP2Location: common questions
Which is more reliable, HackMyIP or IP2Location?
Both are neck-and-neck — HackMyIP and IP2Location 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, HackMyIP or IP2Location?
IP2Location has the lower median latency in our checks — HackMyIP responds in 157 ms versus IP2Location at 131 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 HackMyIP and IP2Location need an API key?
HackMyIP needs no key, while IP2Location requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for HackMyIP first.
Can I call HackMyIP and IP2Location from the browser?
Only HackMyIP is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. IP2Location needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are HackMyIP and IP2Location free for commercial use?
HackMyIP allows commercial use on its free tier, and IP2Location 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.