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