Bootsmann Alternatives

Bootsmann is described as 'Opensource C++ alternative to Postman/Insomnia/Hoppscotch for simple HTTP REST API testing' and is an app in the development category. There are six alternatives to Bootsmann for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, Flathub and Flatpak apps. The best Bootsmann alternative is Bruno, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Bootsmann are Insomnia REST Client, Postman, Yaak and Hoppscotch.

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Opensource C++ alternative to Postman/Insomnia/Hoppscotch for simple HTTP REST API testing.

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Bootsmann alternatives page was last updated Jul 31, 2025
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  1. Bruno icon

    Bruno

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    Bruno is a new and innovative open source API client, aimed at revolutionizing the status quo represented by Postman, Insomnia and similar tools out there.

    29 Bruno alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
    Bruno screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2. Git icon  Git Support
    3.  REST API
    4.  Portable
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Command line interface
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  GraphQL

    Bruno VS Bootsmann

     

    • Bruno is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Bootsmann.

    • Bruno is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Bootsmann.

    • Bruno is Freemium and Open SourceBootsmann is Free and Open Source
    • Bruno is LightweightBootsmann is not according to our users
  2. Insomnia REST Client icon

    Insomnia REST Client

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    A powerful REST API Client with cookie management, environment variables, code generation, and authentication for Mac, Window, and Linux.

    79 Insomnia REST Client alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Specify URL, payload, headers, and authorization all in one place. Then just hit send.

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Request Chaining
    2.  Import Curl commands
    3.  REST API
    4.  GraphQL
    5.  REST Client
    6.  Cloud Sync
    7.  Support environment variables
    8.  API Management
    9.  Separated workspaces

    Insomnia REST Client VS Bootsmann

     
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    Postman

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    Postman is a collaborative platform for API development that provides extensive tools for designing, testing, and documenting APIs. It allows API verification through requests, automated testing via Collection Runner, and offers both free and paid plans, catering to individuals and teams.

    86 Postman alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Snapcraft
    Postman screenshot 1

    Postman Features

    1.  REST API
    2.  Development API
    3.  Graphical User Interface
    4.  API Management
    5.  SOAP API

    Postman VS Bootsmann

     

    • Postman is the most popular Web-based alternative to Bootsmann.

    • Postman is Freemium and ProprietaryBootsmann is Free and Open Source
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    Yaak

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    The API client for modern developers. Call REST, GraphQL, and gRPC APIs from a simple and intuitive app.

    63 Yaak alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Clean an minimal interface

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Autocompletion
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  GraphQL API
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Syntax Highlighting
    8.  Portable
    9.  Variables
    10.  GraphQL
    11.  REST API
    12.  Support environment variables

    Yaak VS Bootsmann

     
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    Hoppscotch

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    Hoppscotch is an open-source API development ecosystem. It helps you create your requests faster, saving you precious time on your development.

    66 Hoppscotch alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    Hoppscotch screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  REST API
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  GraphQL API
    4.  Websocket streams
    5.  Command line interface
    6.  Portable
    7.  Browser-based
    8.  Cross browser testing

    Hoppscotch VS Bootsmann

     

    • Hoppscotch is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Bootsmann.

    • Hoppscotch is Free and Open SourceBootsmann is also Free and Open Source
    • Hoppscotch is LightweightBootsmann is not according to our users
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    Kreya

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    Kreya is a GUI client for gRPC, REST and WebSocket APIs with innovative features for environments, authorizations and more.

    55 Kreya alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CH flagSwitzerland

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Kreya screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Command line interface
    3.  REST Client
    4.  Cross-Platform
    5.  API Testing
    6.  Websocket testing

    Kreya VS Bootsmann

     
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