Alkaline fuel cells are concerned due to its stable performance and no limit of catalyst choice (not only precious metals). The choice of anode catalysts influence the oxidation rate of fuel and efficiency, stability and cost of alkaline fuel cell. In this paper, the research status of anode catalysts in recent years have been explored from the aspects of catalyst type, carrier and preparation methods. It has been found that the alloy catalyst doped with different metals can effectively improve the electrocatalytic activity. The type of catalyst carrier, the loading amount and the dispersion degree of the anodic catalyst can affect the catalyst stability. The addition of the metal oxide to the catalyst can simultaneously improve the electrocatalytic activity and stability. The modification of catalyst preparation method can improve the electrochemical specific surface area of the catalyst and change the distribution of the elements.