Honest comparison
GeoQ vs IPinfo
IPinfo is widely used for high-quality IP geolocation and ASN data. GeoQ overlaps on geo/ASN but is built around abuse signals and a transparent risk score. Here's where each fits.
Based on publicly available information. We don't disparage competitors — if something here is wrong, tell us.
| Feature | GeoQ | IPinfo |
|---|---|---|
| Primary focus | Abuse signals + risk score | Geolocation / ASN data depth |
| Pricing model | Flat plans, daily quota | Tiered / usage-based |
| Free tier | 1,000 lookups/day, no card | Free tier available (check limits) |
| Geo + ASN | Yes (DB-IP, CC BY 4.0) | Yes (a core strength) |
| VPN / proxy / Tor signals | Yes, in base call | Available on certain products |
| Risk score | Yes, transparent formula | Not the core product |
| Downloadable databases | API-first (no DB download) | Yes |
| Published accuracy benchmark | Methodology published; numbers soon | Publishes data accuracy info; not a single reproducible benchmark |
Pick GeoQ when…
- Your core need is abuse signals (VPN/proxy/Tor/datacenter/bot) plus a risk score.
- You want one call that returns both geo and fraud signals.
- You want a documented risk formula and flat pricing.
Pick IPinfo when…
IPinfo is known for deep, well-maintained IP geolocation, ASN, company and carrier datasets, with downloadable databases — strong if data depth and bulk data are your priority.
- You primarily need rich geolocation / ASN / company data.
- You want downloadable IP databases for offline use.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is GeoQ a drop-in replacement for IPinfo?
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 IPinfo?
We aim for factual, neutral comparisons based on publicly available information, and we link to IPinfo'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 If anything here is out of date, tell us and we'll correct it.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.