ADS-B Exchange vs BC Ferries
If you need a Transportation API that's easy to integrate, go with BC Ferries.
ADS-B Exchange
Access real-time and historical data of any and all airborne aircraft
BC Ferries
Sailing times and capacities for BC Ferries
ADS-B Exchange
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
BC Ferries
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | ADS-B Exchange | BC Ferries |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
BC Ferries is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. BC Ferries works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.