Actinia Grass GIS vs FreeGeoIP
If you need a Geocoding API that's easy to integrate, go with FreeGeoIP.
Actinia Grass GIS
Actinia is an open source REST API for geographical data that uses GRASS GIS
Actinia Grass GIS
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- Currently flagged as inactive
FreeGeoIP
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | Actinia Grass GIS | FreeGeoIP |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
FreeGeoIP is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. FreeGeoIP works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.