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Bitquery vs Watchdata

If you need a Blockchain API that's easy to integrate, go with Bitquery.

Bitquery

Onchain GraphQL APIs & DEX APIs

Watchdata

Provide simple and reliable API access to Ethereum blockchain

Bitquery

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use

Watchdata

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
FeatureBitqueryWatchdata
AuthenticationapiKeyapiKey
HTTPSYesYes
CORSYesUnknown

When to use which?

Bitquery works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.