AI/ML API vs Face++ (旷视)
If you need a Machine Learning API that's easy to integrate, go with Face++ (旷视).
Face++ (旷视)
Megvii's computer vision API — face detection, recognition, comparison, body detection, OCR, image recognition
AI/ML API
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
- Requires Yes authentication
Face++ (旷视)
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | AI/ML API | Face++ (旷视) |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | Yes | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Face++ (旷视) is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. AI/ML API works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.