AIS Hub vs BC Ferries
If you need a Transportation API that's easy to integrate, go with BC Ferries.
BC Ferries
Sailing times and capacities for BC Ferries
AIS Hub
- Simple API key authentication
- No HTTPS support
BC Ferries
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | AIS Hub | BC Ferries |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | None |
| HTTPS | No | 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. BC Ferries supports HTTPS, which is required for production deployments and secure data handling.