18F vs Enigma Public
If you need a Open Data API that's easy to integrate, go with Enigma Public.
Enigma Public
Broadest collection of public data
18F
- No authentication required
- No HTTPS support
- Currently flagged as inactive
Enigma Public
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | 18F | Enigma Public |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | apiKey |
| HTTPS | No | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
18F is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Enigma Public works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps. Enigma Public supports HTTPS, which is required for production deployments and secure data handling.