IPLocate vs RubyGems
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPLocate vs RubyGems: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPLocate or RubyGems?
On our scheduled checks, IPLocate leads on measured uptime — IPLocate at 100% versus RubyGems at 99.02% 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 RubyGems?
IPLocate has the lower median latency in our checks — IPLocate responds in 21 ms versus RubyGems at 311 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 RubyGems need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — IPLocate is callable with no signup, and RubyGems is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call IPLocate and RubyGems from the browser?
Yes — both IPLocate and RubyGems 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 RubyGems free for commercial use?
IPLocate has unclear commercial terms, and RubyGems 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.