Abacus vs Agent Monitor Data Source API
If you need a Development API that's easy to integrate, go with Abacus.
Abacus
Free and simple counting service. You can use it to track page hits and specific events
Agent Monitor Data Source API
API for implementing the IDataSource interface with complete CRUD operations for all entity types.
Abacus
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Agent Monitor Data Source API
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abacus | Agent Monitor Data Source API |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Abacus is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Abacus works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.