IPLocate vs PurgoMalum
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPLocate vs PurgoMalum: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPLocate or PurgoMalum?
On our scheduled checks, IPLocate leads on measured uptime — IPLocate at 100% versus PurgoMalum at 86.3% 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 PurgoMalum?
IPLocate has the lower median latency in our checks — IPLocate responds in 21 ms versus PurgoMalum at 423 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 PurgoMalum need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — IPLocate is callable with no signup, and PurgoMalum is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call IPLocate and PurgoMalum from the browser?
Yes — both IPLocate and PurgoMalum 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 PurgoMalum free for commercial use?
IPLocate has unclear commercial terms, and PurgoMalum 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.