GeoLite City is similar to the GeoIP City database, but is less accurate. Should you require greater accuracy, GeoIP City is a drop-in replacement for GeoLite City. GeoLite City is an ideal cost-effective solution, since it is as accurate as many other commercial geolocation solutions.

GeoLite City is similar to the GeoIP City database, but is less accurate. Should you require greater accuracy, GeoIP City is a drop-in replacement for GeoLite City. GeoLite City is an ideal cost-effective solution, since it is as accurate as many other commercial geolocation solutions.

—MaxMind - GeoLite City | Free Geolocation Database