18F vs UniDb
If you need a Open Data API that's easy to integrate, go with UniDb.
18F
- No authentication required
- No HTTPS support
- Currently flagged as inactive
UniDb
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | 18F | UniDb |
|---|---|---|
| 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. UniDb works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps. UniDb supports HTTPS, which is required for production deployments and secure data handling.