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