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DummyJSON vs Faker

If you need a Test Data API that's easy to integrate, go with Faker.

DummyJSON

Generate dummy data in JSON format

Faker

Generate massive amounts of fake (but realistic) data for testing and development.

DummyJSON

  • HTTPS supported
  • Requires Yes authentication

Faker

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
FeatureDummyJSONFaker
AuthenticationYesNone
HTTPSYesYes
CORSUnknownUnknown

When to use which?

Faker is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication.