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
| Feature | AnimeTracker | Kitsu |
|---|---|---|
| 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 now | Uncertain |
Start tracking in under a minute
- 1Create a free account — no credit card required.
- 2Search for any anime or manga title you have watched or are watching.
- 3Set a status (watching, completed, plan to watch, etc.) and add a rating.
- 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.