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HackMyIP vs Open-Elevation API

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIHackMyIPNEW—Open-Elevation APINEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useyesunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierCompletely free — no API key, no signupFree — limits not published
Rate limit100 req/windowUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

HackMyIP vs Open-Elevation API: common questions

Which is more reliable, HackMyIP or Open-Elevation API?

On our scheduled checks, Open-Elevation API leads on measured uptime — HackMyIP at —% versus Open-Elevation 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 Open-Elevation API need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — HackMyIP is callable with no signup, and Open-Elevation API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call HackMyIP and Open-Elevation API from the browser?

Yes — both HackMyIP and Open-Elevation 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 Open-Elevation API free for commercial use?

HackMyIP allows commercial use on its free tier, and Open-Elevation 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.