The Best Free Kitsu Alternative

If you are looking for a new home for your anime watchlist after Kitsu, AnimeTracker is a free, actively developed platform with everything you need — tracking, ratings, community, and a full seasonal guide.

Why fans are switching to AnimeTracker

AnimeTracker was built to be the anime tracking platform that fans actually want — fast, free, and focused on the features that matter. There are no ads, no paywalls, and no uncertainty about whether the service will still be running next month.

  • Free forever — no subscription, no ads
  • Track anime and manga from one account
  • Community feed to share and discover
  • Seasonal airing guide updated daily
  • Personal ratings and status for every title
  • 32,000+ anime and 1,500+ manga in catalog

AnimeTracker vs Kitsu — feature comparison

FeatureAnimeTrackerKitsu
Anime watchlist tracking
Manga tracking
Status labels (watching, completed, dropped…)
Personal ratings
Community feed & social features
Seasonal airing guide
Completely free, no ads
Actively maintained
Service available nowUncertain

Start tracking in under a minute

  1. 1Create a free account — no credit card required.
  2. 2Search for any anime or manga title you have watched or are watching.
  3. 3Set a status (watching, completed, plan to watch, etc.) and add a rating.
  4. 4Follow other fans and explore the community feed.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to Kitsu?
Kitsu.io announced it would be shutting down its service, leaving its community of anime and manga fans without a home for their watchlists and reviews. Many former Kitsu users are now looking for a reliable alternative to continue tracking their anime and manga.
Is AnimeTracker free?
Yes. AnimeTracker is completely free to use with no ads and no paid tiers. Every feature — watchlist tracking, ratings, community feed, seasonal guide — is available to all users at no cost.
Can I track both anime and manga on AnimeTracker?
Yes. AnimeTracker supports full tracking for both anime series and manga titles. You can set a status (watching, completed, on-hold, dropped, or plan to watch), leave a rating, and manage both libraries from one account.
Does AnimeTracker have a community?
Yes. AnimeTracker has a community feed where users share recommendations, reviews, and reactions. You can follow other fans and see what they are watching in real time.
How many titles does AnimeTracker have?
AnimeTracker's catalog includes over 32,000 anime series and 1,500+ manga titles, sourced from the Jikan (MyAnimeList) and AniList databases and updated regularly.
Do I need to import my Kitsu list?
You can start a fresh watchlist on AnimeTracker in minutes. Simply create a free account, search for any title you have watched, and set its status and rating. If you exported your Kitsu data, you can use it as a reference while rebuilding your list.

Ready to find your new anime home?

Join thousands of fans already tracking their watchlists on AnimeTracker — free, forever.