Question 1

Which is better, Axolotl or OData Service for namespace microsoft.graph?

Accepted Answer

If you need a Animals API that's easy to integrate, go with Axolotl. Axolotl uses no authentication while OData Service for namespace microsoft.graph uses apiKey.

Question 2

What is the main difference between Axolotl and OData Service for namespace microsoft.graph?

Accepted Answer

Axolotl: Collection of axolotl pictures and facts. OData Service for namespace microsoft.graph: This OData service is located at https://graph.microsoft.com/v1.0. They differ in authentication (no authentication vs apiKey), HTTPS support (yes vs yes), and CORS (no vs unknown).

Question 3

Which Animals API is easier to integrate?

Accepted Answer

Axolotl is easier to integrate because it requires no authentication.

Feature	Axolotl	OData Service for namespace microsoft.graph
Authentication	None	apiKey
HTTPS	Yes	Yes
CORS	No	Unknown

Axolotl vs OData Service for namespace microsoft.graph

Axolotl

OData Service for namespace microsoft.graph

When to use which?