APIvalinnat

APIvalinnat is an online platform designed to help software developers discover, compare, and select application programming interfaces (APIs) and related services. It provides curated listings of APIs across categories such as data, payments, maps, messaging, and authentication, along with feature matrices and pricing information.

The site aggregates provider information and user-contributed reviews to enable side-by-side comparisons. Listings typically include endpoints, authentication methods, data formats, rate limits, SLA notes, pricing tiers, and terms of service. Users can filter results by protocol (REST, GraphQL, gRPC), data format, region, and price to tailor searches to their project needs.

APIvalinnat emphasizes transparency and current data. Providers can claim and edit their listings, and updates are reviewed to maintain accuracy. The platform may incorporate user feedback to adjust rankings or highlight limitations, helping users assess practical considerations beyond official documentation.

In practice, APIvalinnat is used by developers, product managers, and engineers to screen potential API partners, assess vendor risk, and plan integration strategies. It serves as a reference during API procurement and architectural decisions, complementing provider documentation and trial periods.

The project positions itself as a Nordic-focused resource for API discovery while offering multilingual support to reach an international audience. By consolidating comparable information in one place, APIvalinnat aims to streamline the evaluation process for teams integrating external APIs.