Jikan vs Kitsu
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Jikan vs Kitsu: common questions
Which is more reliable, Jikan or Kitsu?
On our scheduled checks, Kitsu leads on measured uptime — Jikan at —% versus Kitsu 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 Jikan and Kitsu need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Jikan is callable with no signup, and Kitsu is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Jikan and Kitsu from the browser?
Yes — both Jikan and Kitsu 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 Jikan and Kitsu free for commercial use?
Jikan has unclear commercial terms, and Kitsu 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.