Abacus vs Open States API v3
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
Open States API v3
* [More documentation](https://docs.openstates.org/en/latest/api/v3/index.html) * [Register for an account](https://openstates.org/accounts/signup/) **We are currently working to restore experim...
Abacus
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Open States API v3
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abacus | Open States API v3 |
|---|---|---|
| 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.