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PostcodeData.nl vs GeoJS

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIPostcodeData.nlNEW—GeoJSNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSnoyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree, no API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished (no enforced limit stated)
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

PostcodeData.nl vs GeoJS: common questions

Which is more reliable, PostcodeData.nl or GeoJS?

On our scheduled checks, GeoJS leads on measured uptime — PostcodeData.nl at —% versus GeoJS 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 PostcodeData.nl and GeoJS need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — PostcodeData.nl is callable with no signup, and GeoJS is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call PostcodeData.nl and GeoJS from the browser?

Only GeoJS is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. PostcodeData.nl needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are PostcodeData.nl and GeoJS free for commercial use?

PostcodeData.nl has unclear commercial terms, and GeoJS 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.