IBGE vs OpenPLZ API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IBGE vs OpenPLZ API: common questions
Which is more reliable, IBGE or OpenPLZ API?
Both are neck-and-neck — IBGE and OpenPLZ API each measure 99.44% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, IBGE or OpenPLZ API?
OpenPLZ API has the lower median latency in our checks — IBGE responds in 892 ms versus OpenPLZ API at 151 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 IBGE and OpenPLZ API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — IBGE is callable with no signup, and OpenPLZ API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call IBGE and OpenPLZ API from the browser?
Yes — both IBGE and OpenPLZ 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 OpenPLZ API free for commercial use?
IBGE has unclear commercial terms, and OpenPLZ 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.