ipify vs OpenQR
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
ipify vs OpenQR: common questions
Which is more reliable, ipify or OpenQR?
On our scheduled checks, OpenQR leads on measured uptime — ipify at 99.02% versus OpenQR at 100% 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, ipify or OpenQR?
ipify has the lower median latency in our checks — ipify responds in 149 ms versus OpenQR at 1125 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 ipify and OpenQR need an API key?
ipify needs no key, while OpenQR requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for ipify first.
Can I call ipify and OpenQR from the browser?
Yes — both ipify and OpenQR 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 ipify and OpenQR free for commercial use?
ipify allows commercial use on its free tier, and OpenQR 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.