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IPinfo vs VATlayer

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

APIIPinfoNEW—VATlayerNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
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 tier — key may be required
Rate limitKeyless/unauthenticated access is rate-limited; numeric caps not stated on the developers pageUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

IPinfo vs VATlayer: common questions

Which is more reliable, IPinfo or VATlayer?

On our scheduled checks, VATlayer leads on measured uptime — IPinfo at —% versus VATlayer at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.

Do IPinfo and VATlayer need an API key?

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

Can I call IPinfo and VATlayer from the browser?

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

Are IPinfo and VATlayer free for commercial use?

IPinfo has unclear commercial terms, and VATlayer 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.