Bible-api vs Crossref Metadata Search
If you need a Books API that's easy to integrate, go with Bible-api.
Crossref Metadata Search
Books & Articles Metadata
Bible-api
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Crossref Metadata Search
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Bible-api | Crossref Metadata Search |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Bible-api works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.