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IPinfo vs Shodan EntityDB API

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

APIIPinfoHEALTHY91Shodan EntityDB APIHEALTHY87
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d94.1%100%
Uptime · 30d90.0%100%
P50 · ms200918
P95 · ms4731306
Authnonenone
CORSyesno
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 — limits not published
Rate limitKeyless/unauthenticated access is rate-limited; numeric caps not stated on the developers pageUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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IPinfo vs Shodan EntityDB API: common questions

Which is more reliable, IPinfo or Shodan EntityDB API?

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

IPinfo has the lower median latency in our checks — IPinfo responds in 200 ms versus Shodan EntityDB API at 918 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 Shodan EntityDB API need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — IPinfo is callable with no signup, and Shodan EntityDB API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call IPinfo and Shodan EntityDB API from the browser?

Only IPinfo is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Shodan EntityDB API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are IPinfo and Shodan EntityDB API free for commercial use?

IPinfo has unclear commercial terms, and Shodan EntityDB API 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.