IPLocate vs QuickChart
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPLocate vs QuickChart: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPLocate or QuickChart?
Both are neck-and-neck — IPLocate and QuickChart 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 QuickChart?
IPLocate has the lower median latency in our checks — IPLocate responds in 21 ms versus QuickChart at 318 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 QuickChart need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — IPLocate is callable with no signup, and QuickChart is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call IPLocate and QuickChart from the browser?
Only IPLocate is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. QuickChart needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are IPLocate and QuickChart free for commercial use?
IPLocate has unclear commercial terms, and QuickChart 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.