IPGeolocation vs MY IP
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPGeolocation vs MY IP: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPGeolocation or MY IP?
On our scheduled checks, IPGeolocation leads on measured uptime — IPGeolocation at 100% versus MY IP at 82.4% 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, IPGeolocation or MY IP?
MY IP has the lower median latency in our checks — IPGeolocation responds in 259 ms versus MY IP at 210 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 IPGeolocation and MY IP need an API key?
MY IP needs no key, while IPGeolocation requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for MY IP first.
Can I call IPGeolocation and MY IP from the browser?
Only IPGeolocation is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. MY IP needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are IPGeolocation and MY IP free for commercial use?
IPGeolocation has unclear commercial terms, and MY IP 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.