IPLocate vs PageBolt
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPLocate vs PageBolt: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPLocate or PageBolt?
Both are neck-and-neck — IPLocate and PageBolt each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.
Which is faster, IPLocate or PageBolt?
IPLocate has the lower median latency in our checks — IPLocate responds in 22 ms versus PageBolt at 279 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 PageBolt need an API key?
IPLocate needs no key, while PageBolt requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for IPLocate first.
Can I call IPLocate and PageBolt from the browser?
Only IPLocate is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. PageBolt needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are IPLocate and PageBolt free for commercial use?
IPLocate has unclear commercial terms, and PageBolt 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.