Abacus vs LGTM API specification
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
LGTM API specification
The REST API for LGTM provides data so that you can customize how you integrate LGTM analysis into your workflow. It includes the following resources: * `/` ([API root](https://lgtm.com/help/lgtm...
Abacus
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
LGTM API specification
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abacus | LGTM API specification |
|---|---|---|
| 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.