AnimeChan vs Shikimori
If you need a Anime API that's easy to integrate, go with AnimeChan.
AnimeChan
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- No CORS support
Shikimori
- HTTPS supported
- Requires OAuth setup
| Feature | AnimeChan | Shikimori |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | OAuth |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | No | Unknown |
When to use which?
AnimeChan is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication.