IPinfo vs UrlBae
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPinfo vs UrlBae: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPinfo or UrlBae?
On our scheduled checks, IPinfo leads on measured uptime — IPinfo at 94.1% versus UrlBae at 1.0% 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 UrlBae?
IPinfo has the lower median latency in our checks — IPinfo responds in 200 ms versus UrlBae at 1158 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 UrlBae need an API key?
IPinfo needs no key, while UrlBae requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for IPinfo first.
Can I call IPinfo and UrlBae from the browser?
Only IPinfo is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. UrlBae needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are IPinfo and UrlBae free for commercial use?
IPinfo has unclear commercial terms, and UrlBae 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.