IP2Location vs Open-Elevation API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IP2Location vs Open-Elevation API: common questions
Which is more reliable, IP2Location or Open-Elevation API?
On our scheduled checks, IP2Location leads on measured uptime — IP2Location at 100% versus Open-Elevation API at 92.2% 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, IP2Location or Open-Elevation API?
IP2Location has the lower median latency in our checks — IP2Location responds in 131 ms versus Open-Elevation API at 739 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 IP2Location and Open-Elevation API need an API key?
Open-Elevation API needs no key, while IP2Location requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Open-Elevation API first.
Can I call IP2Location and Open-Elevation API from the browser?
Only Open-Elevation API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. IP2Location needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are IP2Location and Open-Elevation API free for commercial use?
IP2Location has unclear commercial terms, and Open-Elevation 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.