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AniDB vs Nekos API

If you need a Anime API that's easy to integrate, go with Nekos API.

AniDB

Anime Database

Nekos API

Anime images with lots of metadata

AniDB

  • Simple API key authentication
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
  • No HTTPS support
  • Currently flagged as inactive

Nekos API

  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
  • Requires OAuth setup
FeatureAniDBNekos API
AuthenticationapiKeyOAuth
HTTPSNoYes
CORSYesYes

When to use which?

Nekos API supports HTTPS, which is required for production deployments and secure data handling.