Bible-api vs Open Library
If you need a Books API that's easy to integrate, go with Bible-api.
Open Library
Books, book covers and related data
Bible-api
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Open Library
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- No CORS support
| Feature | Bible-api | Open Library |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | No |
When to use which?
Bible-api works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.