HelloSalut vs LatLng
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
HelloSalut vs LatLng: common questions
Which is more reliable, HelloSalut or LatLng?
On our scheduled checks, HelloSalut leads on measured uptime — HelloSalut at 97.8% versus LatLng at 59.4% 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, HelloSalut or LatLng?
LatLng has the lower median latency in our checks — HelloSalut responds in 1457 ms versus LatLng at 617 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 HelloSalut and LatLng need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — HelloSalut is callable with no signup, and LatLng is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call HelloSalut and LatLng from the browser?
Yes — both HelloSalut and LatLng 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 HelloSalut and LatLng free for commercial use?
HelloSalut has unclear commercial terms, and LatLng 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.