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MyAnimeList vs AnimeChan

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

APIMyAnimeListNEW—AnimeChanNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthapiKeynone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree tier — API key requiredFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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MyAnimeList vs AnimeChan: common questions

Which is more reliable, MyAnimeList or AnimeChan?

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

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

Can I call MyAnimeList and AnimeChan from the browser?

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

Are MyAnimeList and AnimeChan free for commercial use?

MyAnimeList 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.