Honest comparison
GeoQ vs IPHub
IPHub is a minimal VPN/proxy detection API that returns a simple block recommendation. GeoQ returns the full set of signals plus a transparent risk score you can tune yourself. Here's the honest comparison.
Based on publicly available information. We don't disparage competitors — if something here is wrong, tell us.
| Feature | GeoQ | IPHub |
|---|---|---|
| Output style | Signals + tunable risk score | Block recommendation (0/1/2) |
| Pricing model | Flat plans, daily quota | Free + paid daily plans |
| Free tier | 1,000 lookups/day, no card | Free daily allowance (check limits) |
| VPN / proxy | Yes | Yes (core focus) |
| Tor | Yes | Limited |
| Datacenter + provider | Yes, with provider code | Partial |
| Bot signal | Yes (beta) | No |
| Risk-score transparency | Published formula + reasons[] | Block code, not a documented score |
| Published accuracy benchmark | Methodology published; numbers soon | Not published (to our knowledge) |
Pick GeoQ when…
- You want individual signals and a tunable risk score, not a single block flag.
- You want datacenter provider attribution, Tor and a (beta) bot signal.
- You want flat pricing and a documented scoring formula.
Pick IPHub when…
IPHub is extremely simple — a single block/allow recommendation with a free tier — which is fine if you want the lightest-possible check and don't need nuance.
- You want the simplest possible block/allow flag with a free tier.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is GeoQ a drop-in replacement for IPHub?
Not necessarily — the response shapes differ. GeoQ returns abuse signals, geo, ASN and a transparent risk score from one
/v1/check call. Check the response schema to map fields.Is this comparison fair to IPHub?
We aim for factual, neutral comparisons based on publicly available information, and we link to IPHub's own docs where we can. If anything here is out of date, tell us and we'll correct it.
Does GeoQ claim to be more accurate?
No. We don't publish 'most accurate' claims. We publish a reproducible benchmark methodology and let the numbers speak.
Start with the free tier. No card.
1,000 lookups a day, every signal, the same transparent risk score. Upgrade only when you outgrow it.