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