AniDB vs Catboy
If you need a Anime API that's easy to integrate, go with Catboy.
AniDB
- Simple API key authentication
- CORS enabled for frontend use
- No HTTPS support
- Currently flagged as inactive
Catboy
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | AniDB | Catboy |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | None |
| HTTPS | No | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Yes |
When to use which?
Catboy is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Catboy supports HTTPS, which is required for production deployments and secure data handling.