Etherscan vs Helium
If you need a Blockchain API that's easy to integrate, go with Helium.
Etherscan
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
- Currently flagged as inactive
Helium
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Etherscan | Helium |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Helium 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.