Abstract VAT Validation vs Xero Assets API
If you need a Finance API that's easy to integrate, go with Abstract VAT Validation.
Abstract VAT Validation
Validate VAT numbers and calculate VAT rates
Xero Assets API
The Assets API exposes fixed asset related functions of the Xero Accounting application and can be used for a variety of purposes such as creating assets, retrieving asset valuations etc.
Abstract VAT Validation
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Xero Assets API
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abstract VAT Validation | Xero Assets API |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Abstract VAT Validation works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.