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AniPub API vs AnimeChan

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

APIAniPub APIUNMONITORED—AnimeChanNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSnoyes
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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AniPub API vs AnimeChan: common questions

Which is more reliable, AniPub API or AnimeChan?

Only AnimeChan is on our probe schedule so far (—% uptime over 90 days). The other is catalogued but not yet live-checked, so we can't compare measured reliability head-to-head — check the uncovered API's own status page for now.

Do AniPub API and AnimeChan need an API key?

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

Can I call AniPub API and AnimeChan from the browser?

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

Are AniPub API and AnimeChan free for commercial use?

AniPub API has unclear commercial terms, and AnimeChan 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.