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