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AnimeChan vs MyAnimeList

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIAnimeChanNEW—MyAnimeListNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

AnimeChan vs MyAnimeList: common questions

Which is more reliable, AnimeChan or MyAnimeList?

On our scheduled checks, MyAnimeList leads on measured uptime — AnimeChan at —% versus MyAnimeList at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.

Do AnimeChan and MyAnimeList need an API key?

AnimeChan needs no key, while MyAnimeList requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for AnimeChan first.

Can I call AnimeChan and MyAnimeList from the browser?

Only AnimeChan is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. MyAnimeList needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are AnimeChan and MyAnimeList free for commercial use?

AnimeChan has unclear commercial terms, and MyAnimeList has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.