# Anime Reference — Track your anime and manga

> App for tracking, discovering, and organizing anime and manga. (iPhone/iPad app by Aaron Treinish.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anime-reference/id1498269603 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Aaron Treinish](https://appshunter.io/developer/1391336505)
- Category: Reference, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 80 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 49 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-03-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anime-reference/id1498269603/reviews.md

## What is Anime Reference?

Track, discover, and organize your anime and manga — all in one easy-to-use app. Anime Reference helps you manage your anime watchlists, track your progress, and find your next favorite show.

FEATURES

Track Anime and Manga
	•	Add anime and manga to your personal lists
	•	Mark shows as Watching, Completed, Dropped, or Plan to Watch
	•	View detailed anime information, characters, and recommendations
        •	Track your anime watch stats


Discover New Favorites
	•	Browse top airing anime
	•	Explore upcoming seasonal shows
	•	Find hidden gems and trending series

Manage Your Watchlists
	•	Stay organized with your custom anime and manga lists
	•	See what’s airing today or this week
	•	Quickly search for any anime or manga title

Upgrade with PLUS ULTRA
	•	Unlock ratings and favorites
	•	Get push notifications when new episodes air
	•	Customize your app theme and appearance
	•	Get early access to new features

WHY ANIME FANS LOVE US
	•	Simple and fast to use
	•	Beautiful, clean design
	•	Always up-to-date seasonal data
	•	Built by anime fans, for anime fans

Ready to take your anime obsession to the next level? Start tracking, discovering, and organizing your anime journey today with Anime Reference.

Terms of Use EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Track anime and manga progress
- Discover new and trending series
- Manage custom watchlists
- View detailed anime information
- Receive episode air notifications
- Customize app theme

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PLUS ULTRA Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| PLUS ULTRA 1 month | $4.99 | per month |
| PLUS ULTRA 1 year | $29.99 | per year |
| PLUS ULTRA 6 months | $14.99 | per 6 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hokage Tip | $19.99 | one-time |
| Weeb Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Sugoi Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Otaku Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sensei Tip | $14.99 | one-time |
| Shonen Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| PLUS ULTRA | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anime-reference/id1498269603/reviews.md

### 3/5 — How do you change the anime title

*2025-09-22, version 4.3.2*

How do u change the anime title from Japanese to English bc quite frankly, it given me a stroke trying to have to tell what anime it is

### 1/5 — only with sign up

*2025-06-24, version 4.1*

i cant open the app without signing up first and then it cost you more than 3€ per week where exactly similar apps cost one time payment for just 2€

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2023-07-31*

Love this app

### 1/5 — The anime movies

*2022-12-18, version 3.2*

I can’t watch none of them because it says Rating : Not scored

### 5/5 — I Don’t know how to use

*2022-06-29, version 1.7*

I like the app but how in the world do you watch the anime

### 4/5 — Good but

*2022-01-29, version 1.7*

It’s a little bit slow but the rest is good.

### 4/5 — Italian language

*2021-11-24, version 1.7*

This app is very nice but pls can you put the Italian language? Thankss

### 5/5 — It good but...

*2021-07-20, version 1.7*

It has my favorite anime but I don’t know how to watch it?

### 1/5 — App ist einfach schlecht

*2021-05-15, version 1.7*

noch nie so ne schlechte app gesehen gibt bessere alternativen

### 5/5 — Fantastic app

*2021-02-18, version 1.7*

Amazing app to find, discover, and track my anime and manga.

## Frequently asked questions about Anime Reference

### What does the Anime Reference app do?

The Anime Reference app allows users to track their anime and manga progress, discover new series, and organize their personal collections. It provides detailed information about anime, characters, and recommendations, helping users manage their watchlists and find their next favorite show.

### What are the key features of Anime Reference?

Key features include the ability to add anime and manga to personal lists, mark shows as Watching, Completed, Dropped, or Plan to Watch, and view detailed anime information. Users can also browse top airing anime, explore seasonal shows, and manage their watchlists with quick search functionality.

### How much does Anime Reference cost?

The app offers a free version with core tracking and discovery features. Users can upgrade to 'PLUS ULTRA' for additional benefits such as unlocking ratings and favorites, receiving push notifications for new episodes, and customizing the app's theme and appearance.

### Is Anime Reference available on different devices?

While the provided data doesn't explicitly state compatibility, the EULA link suggests it is available on Apple devices. Users should check their respective app stores for specific platform availability.

### What are common use cases for Anime Reference?

Common use cases include keeping track of all the anime series you're currently watching or plan to watch, discovering new anime based on popularity or seasonal releases, and organizing your entire manga collection. It's also useful for finding recommendations and staying updated on new episodes.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.3.3 — 2025-11-26

- Bug fixes

### 4.3.2 — 2025-08-05

- Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 4.3.1 — 2025-07-20

- Unlimited anime and manga entries!
- Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 4.3 — 2025-07-17

- Stats! Check out your anime watch stats and share them with your friends!

### 4.2 — 2025-07-13

- UI and UX revamp!

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*