Abacus vs PI Web API 2018 SP1 Swagger Spec
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
PI Web API 2018 SP1 Swagger Spec
Swagger Spec file that describes PI Web API
Abacus
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
PI Web API 2018 SP1 Swagger Spec
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abacus | PI Web API 2018 SP1 Swagger Spec |
|---|---|---|
| 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.