MY IP vs NetBox API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
MY IP vs NetBox API: common questions
Which is more reliable, MY IP or NetBox API?
On our scheduled checks, NetBox API leads on measured uptime — MY IP at —% versus NetBox API 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 and NetBox API need an API key?
MY IP needs no key, while NetBox API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for MY IP first.
Can I call MY IP and NetBox API from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call MY IP and NetBox API from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are MY IP and NetBox API free for commercial use?
MY IP has unclear commercial terms, and NetBox API 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.