b[x]t API vs Metabase
If you need a Open Source Projects API that's easy to integrate, go with Metabase.
b[x]t API
- Simple API key authentication
- No HTTPS support
Metabase
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | b[x]t API | Metabase |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | None |
| HTTPS | No | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
Metabase is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Metabase works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps. Metabase supports HTTPS, which is required for production deployments and secure data handling.