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AniPub API vs NekosBest

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

APIAniPub APIHEALTHY90NekosBestDEAD0
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%0.0%
Uptime · 30d100%0.0%
P50 · ms750—
P95 · ms1461—
Authnonenone
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified (images credited to their artists)
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree, no key
Rate limit60 req/window · 59 remaining · resets 60Unpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

AniPub API vs NekosBest: common questions

Which is more reliable, AniPub API or NekosBest?

On our scheduled checks, AniPub API leads on measured uptime — AniPub API at 100% versus NekosBest at 0.0% 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 AniPub API and NekosBest need an API key?

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

Can I call AniPub API and NekosBest from the browser?

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

Are AniPub API and NekosBest free for commercial use?

AniPub API has unclear commercial terms, and NekosBest 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.