Abstract IP Geolocation vs Postcodes.io
If you need a Geocoding API that's easy to integrate, go with Postcodes.io.
Abstract IP Geolocation
Geolocate website visitors from their IPs
Postcodes.io
Postcode lookup & Geolocation for the UK
Abstract IP Geolocation
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Postcodes.io
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | Abstract IP Geolocation | Postcodes.io |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Yes |
When to use which?
Postcodes.io is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication.