AniDB vs Mangapi
Both are solid Anime APIs. Choose based on your specific requirements.
AniDB
- Simple API key authentication
- CORS enabled for frontend use
- No HTTPS support
Mangapi
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | AniDB | Mangapi |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | No | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
AniDB works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps. Mangapi supports HTTPS, which is required for production deployments and secure data handling.