Mockaroo vs MY IP
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Mockaroo vs MY IP: common questions
Which is more reliable, Mockaroo or MY IP?
On our scheduled checks, Mockaroo leads on measured uptime — Mockaroo at 100% versus MY IP at 82.4% 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, Mockaroo or MY IP?
MY IP has the lower median latency in our checks — Mockaroo responds in 529 ms versus MY IP at 210 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 Mockaroo and MY IP need an API key?
MY IP needs no key, while Mockaroo requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for MY IP first.
Can I call Mockaroo and MY IP from the browser?
Only Mockaroo is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. MY IP needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Mockaroo and MY IP free for commercial use?
Mockaroo has unclear commercial terms, and MY IP 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.