Abacus vs EVE Swagger Interface
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
EVE Swagger Interface
An OpenAPI for EVE Online
Abacus
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
EVE Swagger Interface
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abacus | EVE Swagger Interface |
|---|---|---|
| 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.