Battle.net vs Chess.com
If you need a Games & Comics API that's easy to integrate, go with Chess.com.
Battle.net
Diablo III, Hearthstone, StarCraft II and World of Warcraft game data APIs
Battle.net
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
- Requires OAuth setup
Chess.com
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Battle.net | Chess.com |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | OAuth | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Chess.com is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Battle.net works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.