Battle.net vs PokéAPI (GraphQL)
If you need a Games & Comics API that's easy to integrate, go with PokéAPI (GraphQL).
Battle.net
Diablo III, Hearthstone, StarCraft II and World of Warcraft game data APIs
PokéAPI (GraphQL)
The Unofficial GraphQL for PokeAPI
Battle.net
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
- Requires OAuth setup
PokéAPI (GraphQL)
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | Battle.net | PokéAPI (GraphQL) |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | OAuth | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Yes |
When to use which?
PokéAPI (GraphQL) is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication.