IP Address API vs Rwanda Locations
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IP Address API vs Rwanda Locations: common questions
Which is more reliable, IP Address API or Rwanda Locations?
On our scheduled checks, Rwanda Locations leads on measured uptime — IP Address API at —% versus Rwanda Locations 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 Rwanda Locations need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — IP Address API is callable with no signup, and Rwanda Locations is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call IP Address API and Rwanda Locations from the browser?
Only IP Address API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Rwanda Locations needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are IP Address API and Rwanda Locations free for commercial use?
IP Address API has unclear commercial terms, and Rwanda Locations 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.