App Store Connect API vs E-Commerce APIs
If you need a Shopping API that's easy to integrate, go with E-Commerce APIs.
App Store Connect API
API provided by apple.com
E-Commerce APIs
All around e-commerce APIs. Generate QR codes, product categories and thumbnails, barcodes and many more.
App Store Connect API
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
E-Commerce APIs
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | App Store Connect API | E-Commerce APIs |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
E-Commerce APIs works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.