My IP API vs Sofiaplan
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
My IP API vs Sofiaplan: common questions
Which is more reliable, My IP API or Sofiaplan?
Both are neck-and-neck — My IP API and Sofiaplan 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 Sofiaplan?
My IP API has the lower median latency in our checks — My IP API responds in 306 ms versus Sofiaplan at 1666 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 Sofiaplan need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — My IP API is callable with no signup, and Sofiaplan is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call My IP API and Sofiaplan from the browser?
Only My IP API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Sofiaplan needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are My IP API and Sofiaplan free for commercial use?
My IP API has unclear commercial terms, and Sofiaplan 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.