Hunter vs IPGeolocation
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Hunter vs IPGeolocation: common questions
Which is more reliable, Hunter or IPGeolocation?
On our scheduled checks, IPGeolocation leads on measured uptime — Hunter at —% versus IPGeolocation 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 Hunter and IPGeolocation need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — Hunter uses an API key and IPGeolocation uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call Hunter and IPGeolocation from the browser?
Only IPGeolocation is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Hunter needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Hunter and IPGeolocation free for commercial use?
Hunter has unclear commercial terms, and IPGeolocation 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.