Hunter vs MangaTranslate API

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

Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d100%100%
Uptime · 30d100%100%
P50 · ms111330
P95 · ms946876
AuthapiKeynone
CORSnono
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverified
Free tierFree tier — key may be required
Rate limitUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-10-04
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Hunter vs MangaTranslate API: common questions

Which is more reliable, Hunter or MangaTranslate API?

Both are neck-and-neck — Hunter and MangaTranslate API each measure 100% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.

Which is faster, Hunter or MangaTranslate API?

Hunter has the lower median latency in our checks — Hunter responds in 111 ms versus MangaTranslate API at 330 ms (P50). Tail latency (P95) is in the table above; for most workloads the median is the number that shapes how the API feels.

Do Hunter and MangaTranslate API need an API key?

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

Can I call Hunter and MangaTranslate API from the browser?

Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call Hunter and MangaTranslate API from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.

Are Hunter and MangaTranslate API free for commercial use?

Hunter has unclear commercial terms, and MangaTranslate 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.