IPinfo vs OOPSpam
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPinfo vs OOPSpam: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPinfo or OOPSpam?
On our scheduled checks, OOPSpam leads on measured uptime — IPinfo at 94.1% versus OOPSpam 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, IPinfo or OOPSpam?
IPinfo has the lower median latency in our checks — IPinfo responds in 200 ms versus OOPSpam at 217 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 IPinfo and OOPSpam need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — IPinfo is callable with no signup, and OOPSpam is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call IPinfo and OOPSpam from the browser?
Only IPinfo is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. OOPSpam needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are IPinfo and OOPSpam free for commercial use?
IPinfo has unclear commercial terms, and OOPSpam 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.