Abacus vs Orders API (PII version)
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
Orders API (PII version)
Endpoints that deal with order management. New version of the orders API.
Abacus
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Orders API (PII version)
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abacus | Orders API (PII version) |
|---|---|---|
| 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.