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AniList vs Waifu.im

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

AniList

Anime discovery & tracking

Waifu.im

Get waifu pictures from an archive of over 4000 images and multiple tags

AniList

  • HTTPS supported
  • Requires OAuth setup

Waifu.im

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
FeatureAniListWaifu.im
AuthenticationOAuthNone
HTTPSYesYes
CORSUnknownYes

When to use which?

Waifu.im is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Waifu.im works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.