Insomnia REST Client Alternatives

Insomnia REST Client is described as 'A powerful REST API Client with cookie management, environment variables, code generation, and authentication for Mac, Window, and Linux' and is a very popular API Client in the development category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Insomnia REST Client for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, Web-based and Flathub apps. The best Insomnia REST Client alternative is Bruno, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Insomnia REST Client are Postman, NativeRest, Yaak and Hoppscotch.

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  1. Ain icon
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    Ain is a command-line HTTP API client. It's an alternative to postman, paw or insomnia. It enables scripting of input and further processing of output. It targets command-line users who work with API:s using a simple file format.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
     
  2. Slingshot is a web-based HTTP request client that is highly performant, low on resources, privacy respecting, local-first, free and open-source. It stores all your data locally in your browser. It allows you to import and export OpenAPI specs and Postman collections.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  3. TiefWise icon
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    A fast, lightweight REST API client for developers. Test, debug, and organize your APIs locally without cloud sync. Free

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
     
  4. APISpider icon
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    APISpider is a lightweight API client for testing, debugging, and documenting REST APIs. It includes request history, collections, environment variables, mock servers, and API docs — all designed to keep your workflow fast and distraction-free.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Online
     
  5. ReqResp icon
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    ReqResp is a fast, lightweight, and modern API testing app designed for developers, testers, and backend engineers. It helps you create, send, and analyze HTTP requests with ease — anytime, anywhere.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  6. PostPilot icon
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    All-in-One Workspace for API Testing, Database Queries, and Data Inspection.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  7. Resonance is a local-first, zero-account API client application designed to provide an excellent user experience for testing and interacting with APIs. Built with Tauri, it offers a modern and intuitive interface for developers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Snapcraft
     
  8. GetAPI icon
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    GetAPI is a native macOS app that simplifies REST API testing by allowing users to import from Postman, make HTTP requests, and view responses in a streamlined interface.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  9. Test API icon
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    Use Test API for restful api testing. This postman alternative test rest api online and use post request online to test API endpoint.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Google Chrome
     
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