Postman Alternatives

Postman is described as 'Collaborative platform for API development providing design, specifications, testing, documentation, and requests with free and paid subscription plans' and is a very popular API Client in the development category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Postman for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and SaaS apps. The best Postman alternative is Insomnia REST Client, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Postman are NativeRest, Hoppscotch, HTTPie for Terminal and Bruno.

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Postman alternatives are mainly API Clients, but if you're looking for HTTP Clients or HTTP(S) Debuggers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Open Source, Linux, Web Development, Online, Mac, Android and API Client. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Postman.
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  1. APIBuilderHQ is a zero-friction alternative to heavy API clients like Postman. Built entirely for the browser — no desktop app, no mandatory accounts, no cloud sync. Your collections and request data stay in localStorage on your device.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
     
  2. A2Apex icon
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    The trust layer for AI agents. Test, certify, and discover trusted AI agents built on Google's A2A protocol. 50+ automated compliance tests, trust scores, certification badges, and an agent directory.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  3. 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
     
  4. 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
     
  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. 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
     
  7. PostPilot icon
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    All-in-One Workspace for API Testing, Database Queries, and Data Inspection.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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