Icanhazip vs OnSched Consumer API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Icanhazip vs OnSched Consumer API: common questions
Which is more reliable, Icanhazip or OnSched Consumer API?
On our scheduled checks, OnSched Consumer API leads on measured uptime — Icanhazip at 26.5% versus OnSched Consumer API at 100% 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, Icanhazip or OnSched Consumer API?
Icanhazip has the lower median latency in our checks — Icanhazip responds in 328 ms versus OnSched Consumer API at 722 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 Icanhazip and OnSched Consumer API need an API key?
Icanhazip needs no key, while OnSched Consumer API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Icanhazip first.
Can I call Icanhazip and OnSched Consumer API from the browser?
Yes — both Icanhazip and OnSched Consumer 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 Icanhazip and OnSched Consumer API free for commercial use?
Icanhazip has unclear commercial terms, and OnSched Consumer 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.