My IP API vs OkSurf
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
My IP API vs OkSurf: common questions
Which is more reliable, My IP API or OkSurf?
Both are neck-and-neck — My IP API and OkSurf 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, My IP API or OkSurf?
My IP API has the lower median latency in our checks — My IP API responds in 306 ms versus OkSurf at 624 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 My IP API and OkSurf need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — My IP API is callable with no signup, and OkSurf is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call My IP API and OkSurf from the browser?
Only My IP API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. OkSurf needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are My IP API and OkSurf free for commercial use?
My IP API has unclear commercial terms, and OkSurf 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.