What is the best anime from 2011?

Hunter × Hunter (2011) (9.23) ranks #1 among anime from 2011 on the Anime Codex rubric, which scores each show on story, characters, themes, world, animation and cultural impact.

How are these 8 anime from 2011 ranked?

Each show is scored 1–10 on six criteria, weighted by demographic, into a single Codex score. This page lists every qualifying anime from 2011 by that score and updates as the catalogue grows.

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Best anime of 2011, ranked

Every anime from 2011 in the Codex, scored on six things that actually matter and ranked by weighted score (2011–2011). 8 titles, led by Hunter × Hunter (2011) (9.23). Re-ranked automatically as scores change — no stale lists.

The short answer

The best anime from 2011 is Hunter × Hunter (2011) — 9.23 out of 10 on the Anime Codex six-criterion rubric — scored, not voted. All 8 ranked below.

9.23

Hunter × Hunter (2011)

Usagi Drop (Bunny Drop)

2011Top: Character 8.7

8.23

Chihayafuru

2011Top: Character 8.5

7.47

Sket Dance

2011Top: Character 8.5

6.41

Cardfight!! Vanguard

2011Top: Cultural 7.5

6.20

Beelzebub

2011Top: Character 6.8

5.90

Toriko

2011Top: World 7.5

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FAQ

What is the best anime from 2011?: Hunter × Hunter (2011) (9.23) ranks #1 among anime from 2011 on the Anime Codex rubric, which scores each show on story, characters, themes, world, animation and cultural impact.
How are these 8 anime from 2011 ranked?: Each show is scored 1–10 on six criteria, weighted by demographic, into a single Codex score. This page lists every qualifying anime from 2011 by that score and updates as the catalogue grows.