Chainlink vs Etherscan
Both are solid Blockchain APIs. Choose based on your specific requirements.
Chainlink
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
Etherscan
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | Chainlink | Etherscan |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
Chainlink is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Etherscan works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.