Abstract IP Geolocation vs IP2Location
If you need a Geocoding API that's easy to integrate, go with Abstract IP Geolocation.
Abstract IP Geolocation
Geolocate website visitors from their IPs
IP2Location
IP geolocation web service to get more than 55 parameters
Abstract IP Geolocation
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
IP2Location
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abstract IP Geolocation | IP2Location |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Abstract IP Geolocation works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.