IPinfo vs Sheetsu

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d94.1%100%
Uptime · 30d90.0%100%
P50 · ms200572
P95 · ms4731259
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierKeyless /json works with limits; free token recommended (IPinfo Lite offers higher/unlimited access with a token)Free tier — key may be required
Rate limitKeyless/unauthenticated access is rate-limited; numeric caps not stated on the developers page90 req/window · 89 remaining
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

IPinfo vs Sheetsu: common questions

Which is more reliable, IPinfo or Sheetsu?

On our scheduled checks, Sheetsu leads on measured uptime — IPinfo at 94.1% versus Sheetsu 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 Sheetsu?

IPinfo has the lower median latency in our checks — IPinfo responds in 200 ms versus Sheetsu at 572 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 Sheetsu need an API key?

IPinfo needs no key, while Sheetsu requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for IPinfo first.

Can I call IPinfo and Sheetsu from the browser?

Yes — both IPinfo and Sheetsu 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 Sheetsu free for commercial use?

IPinfo has unclear commercial terms, and Sheetsu 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.