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