CORE vs Launch Library 2
If you need a Science & Math API that's easy to integrate, go with Launch Library 2.
Launch Library 2
Spaceflight launches and events database
CORE
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
Launch Library 2
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | CORE | Launch Library 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
Launch Library 2 is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Launch Library 2 works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.