IPinfo vs OpenQR
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPinfo vs OpenQR: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPinfo or OpenQR?
On our scheduled checks, OpenQR leads on measured uptime — IPinfo at 94.1% versus OpenQR 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 OpenQR?
IPinfo has the lower median latency in our checks — IPinfo responds in 200 ms versus OpenQR at 1125 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 OpenQR need an API key?
IPinfo needs no key, while OpenQR requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for IPinfo first.
Can I call IPinfo and OpenQR from the browser?
Yes — both IPinfo and OpenQR 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 IPinfo and OpenQR free for commercial use?
IPinfo has unclear commercial terms, and OpenQR 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.