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