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