IPLocate vs Nationalize.io
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPLocate vs Nationalize.io: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPLocate or Nationalize.io?
On our scheduled checks, IPLocate leads on measured uptime — IPLocate at 100% versus Nationalize.io at 97.1% 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 or Nationalize.io?
IPLocate has the lower median latency in our checks — IPLocate responds in 21 ms versus Nationalize.io at 448 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 and Nationalize.io need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — IPLocate is callable with no signup, and Nationalize.io is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call IPLocate and Nationalize.io from the browser?
Yes — both IPLocate and Nationalize.io 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 IPLocate and Nationalize.io free for commercial use?
IPLocate has unclear commercial terms, and Nationalize.io 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.