IPLocate.io vs OOPSpam
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPLocate.io vs OOPSpam: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPLocate.io or OOPSpam?
On our scheduled checks, OOPSpam leads on measured uptime — IPLocate.io at 71.6% versus OOPSpam 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, IPLocate.io or OOPSpam?
IPLocate.io has the lower median latency in our checks — IPLocate.io responds in 56 ms versus OOPSpam at 217 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 IPLocate.io and OOPSpam need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — IPLocate.io is callable with no signup, and OOPSpam is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call IPLocate.io and OOPSpam from the browser?
Only IPLocate.io is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. OOPSpam needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are IPLocate.io and OOPSpam free for commercial use?
IPLocate.io has unclear commercial terms, and OOPSpam 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.