IPLocate vs Sheetsu
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
IPLocate vs Sheetsu: common questions
Which is more reliable, IPLocate or Sheetsu?
Both are neck-and-neck — IPLocate and Sheetsu 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 Sheetsu?
IPLocate has the lower median latency in our checks — IPLocate responds in 21 ms versus Sheetsu at 572 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 Sheetsu need an API key?
IPLocate needs no key, while Sheetsu requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for IPLocate first.
Can I call IPLocate and Sheetsu from the browser?
Yes — both IPLocate and Sheetsu 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 Sheetsu free for commercial use?
IPLocate has unclear commercial terms, and Sheetsu 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.