ipify vs Sheet2API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
ipify vs Sheet2API: common questions
Which is more reliable, ipify or Sheet2API?
On our scheduled checks, ipify leads on measured uptime — ipify at 99.44% versus Sheet2API at 98.3% 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 Sheet2API?
ipify has the lower median latency in our checks — ipify responds in 81 ms versus Sheet2API at 2113 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 Sheet2API need an API key?
ipify needs no key, while Sheet2API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for ipify first.
Can I call ipify and Sheet2API from the browser?
Yes — both ipify and Sheet2API 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 Sheet2API free for commercial use?
ipify allows commercial use on its free tier, and Sheet2API 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.