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Battle.net vs PlayerDB

If you need a Games & Comics API that's easy to integrate, go with PlayerDB.

Battle.net

Diablo III, Hearthstone, StarCraft II and World of Warcraft game data APIs

PlayerDB

Query Minecraft, Steam and XBox Accounts

Battle.net

  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
  • Requires OAuth setup

PlayerDB

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
FeatureBattle.netPlayerDB
AuthenticationOAuthNone
HTTPSYesYes
CORSYesUnknown

When to use which?

PlayerDB 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.