Hunter vs ipify
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Hunter vs ipify: common questions
Which is more reliable, Hunter or ipify?
On our scheduled checks, Hunter leads on measured uptime — Hunter at 100% versus ipify at 99.02% 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, Hunter or ipify?
ipify has the lower median latency in our checks — Hunter responds in 362 ms versus ipify at 149 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 Hunter and ipify need an API key?
ipify needs no key, while Hunter requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for ipify first.
Can I call Hunter and ipify from the browser?
Only ipify 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 ipify free for commercial use?
Hunter has unclear commercial terms, and ipify allows commercial use on its free tier. 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.