Abacus vs PHP Website 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
PHP Website API
APIs available for use on the www.php.net website.
Abacus
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
PHP Website API
- HTTPS supported
- Requires No authentication
| Feature | Abacus | PHP Website API |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | No |
| 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.