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AnimeFacts vs MyAnimeList

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

AnimeFacts

Anime Facts (over 100+)

MyAnimeList

Anime and Manga Database and Community

AnimeFacts

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use

MyAnimeList

  • HTTPS supported
  • Requires OAuth setup
FeatureAnimeFactsMyAnimeList
AuthenticationNoneOAuth
HTTPSYesYes
CORSYesUnknown

When to use which?

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