Abstract IP Geolocation vs IP2Proxy Proxy Detection
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
IP2Proxy Proxy Detection
IP2Proxy allows instant detection of anonymous proxy, VPN, TOR exit nodes, search engine robots (SES), data center ranges (PX2-PX10), residential proxies (PX10) and VPN provider name (PX11) by IP a...
Abstract IP Geolocation
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
IP2Proxy Proxy Detection
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- Currently flagged as inactive
| Feature | Abstract IP Geolocation | IP2Proxy Proxy Detection |
|---|---|---|
| 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.