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AnimeChan vs Nekosia API

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

APIAnimeChanNEW—Nekosia APINEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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AnimeChan vs Nekosia API: common questions

Which is more reliable, AnimeChan or Nekosia API?

On our scheduled checks, Nekosia API leads on measured uptime — AnimeChan at —% versus Nekosia API 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 Nekosia API need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — AnimeChan is callable with no signup, and Nekosia API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call AnimeChan and Nekosia API from the browser?

Yes — both AnimeChan and Nekosia API send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.

Are AnimeChan and Nekosia API free for commercial use?

AnimeChan has unclear commercial terms, and Nekosia API 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.