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Actinia Grass GIS vs SLF

If you need a Geocoding API that's easy to integrate, go with SLF.

Actinia Grass GIS

Actinia is an open source REST API for geographical data that uses GRASS GIS

SLF

German city, country, river, database

Actinia Grass GIS

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
  • Currently flagged as inactive

SLF

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
FeatureActinia Grass GISSLF
AuthenticationapiKeyNone
HTTPSYesYes
CORSUnknownYes

When to use which?

SLF is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. SLF works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.