When comparing Fairy Tail vs Hunter X Hunter (2011), the Slant community recommends Hunter X Hunter (2011) for most people. In the question“What are the best animes to watch?” Hunter X Hunter (2011) is ranked 6th while Fairy Tail is ranked 21st.
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Pros
Pro Had an ending
Unlike some of the other more popular shows out there, this one (despite being fairly lengthy) does actually conclude, and with a (arguably) satisfying ending at that.
Pro Almost no filler
For a long time this show maintained a good pace with the manga. Later in the series a few episodes and an arc of filler were added, likely to stall for time.
Pro Amazing
Pro Best battle shounen ever
The character development, storytelling, worldbuilding are top notch. The arc variability is commendable, all of them being great.
Pro Spectacular character building
The characters grow stronger but also the relationships are developed throughout the show
Pro No filler
Despite its length, this adaptation of the manga follows the story fairly closely, and doesn't spend much time trying to stretch things out.
Pro Character development
Cons
Con Same story as its predecessor anime
Con It ended
While this may seem an odd con, and the show has a fairly satisfying conclusion, the fact is that despite ongoing manga releases, this adaptation has ended without any apparent interest in a nearby continuation.