Globalping
8.3#1 in network diagnostic softwareFree planFree planiOSWebAPIExtension
VisitGlobalping vs RIPE Atlas
RIPE Atlas
7.4#7 in network diagnostic softwareFree planFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Globalping | RIPE Atlas |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | The legal registered office is Suite 2a1, Northside House, Mount Pleasant, Barnet, England, EN4 9EB. | Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Purpose | Globalping runs network tests from a globally distributed network of probes to monitor, debug, and benchmark internet infrastructure. | RIPE Atlas is a global network of probes that measures Internet connectivity and reachability in real time. |
| REST API | The public REST API is free, supports asynchronous measurements and exposes measurement, probe and limits endpoints. | The REST API v2 exposes endpoints for measurements, probes, anchors, credits, API keys and participation requests. |
Globalping plans
- FreeFree
- Sponsor donation$10 a month
- GitHub Sponsor$25 a month
RIPE Atlas plans
- RIPE AtlasFree
Pick Globalping if…
Globalping suits solo developers through enterprise teams that need network checks from multiple locations. Its CLI and API integrations may suit users who want to script or automate measurements.
Pick RIPE Atlas if…
RIPE Atlas suits network researchers and operators who need connectivity measurements, historical results or diagnostic data. Custom tests require credits, while much of the public data can be used without an account or probe.