Icanhazip vs YADG
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Icanhazip vs YADG: common questions
Which is more reliable, Icanhazip or YADG?
On our scheduled checks, Icanhazip leads on measured uptime — Icanhazip at 26.5% versus YADG at 2.9% 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 YADG?
Icanhazip has the lower median latency in our checks — Icanhazip responds in 328 ms versus YADG at 1308 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 YADG need an API key?
Icanhazip needs no key, while YADG requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Icanhazip first.
Can I call Icanhazip and YADG from the browser?
Only Icanhazip is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. YADG needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Icanhazip and YADG free for commercial use?
Icanhazip has unclear commercial terms, and YADG 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.