ISO 3166-2 API vs Zippopotam.us
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
ISO 3166-2 API vs Zippopotam.us: common questions
Which is more reliable, ISO 3166-2 API or Zippopotam.us?
On our scheduled checks, Zippopotam.us leads on measured uptime — ISO 3166-2 API at —% versus Zippopotam.us at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do ISO 3166-2 API and Zippopotam.us need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — ISO 3166-2 API is callable with no signup, and Zippopotam.us is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call ISO 3166-2 API and Zippopotam.us from the browser?
Only Zippopotam.us is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. ISO 3166-2 API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are ISO 3166-2 API and Zippopotam.us free for commercial use?
ISO 3166-2 API has unclear commercial terms, and Zippopotam.us 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.