IPinfo vs PyPI
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPinfo vs PyPI: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPinfo or PyPI?
On our scheduled checks, PyPI leads on measured uptime — IPinfo at 94.1% versus PyPI 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 PyPI?
PyPI has the lower median latency in our checks — IPinfo responds in 200 ms versus PyPI at 46 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 PyPI need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — IPinfo is callable with no signup, and PyPI is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call IPinfo and PyPI from the browser?
Yes — both IPinfo and PyPI 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 PyPI free for commercial use?
IPinfo has unclear commercial terms, and PyPI 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.