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Head to head
BACK ARROW vs Date A Live
| 5.8 | Score | 6.8 |
| 16,083 | Popularity | 241,481 |
| 24 | Episodes | 12 |
| 2021 | Year | 2013 |
| Tv | Format | Tv |
| Finished | Status | Finished |
What they share
ActionFantasyMechaSci-FiMale ProtagonistHenshin
The verdict
On the numbers, Date A Live edges it — but they share 6 traits, so the right pick depends on your mood.
- Higher ratedDate A Live scores 68% vs 58%.
- More popularDate A Live has the bigger audience here.
- Shorter commitmentDate A Live is 12 eps vs 24.
- NewerBACK ARROW (2021) is the more recent release.
Comparing from the catalogue's scores and community tags. Open BACK ARROW or Date A Live for the full picture.