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Bruno vs HTTPie
Both stand on api testing tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source APIExtensionLinux+3
Bruno pairs API testing and automation with Git-friendly plain-text collections and companion tools. Project data is kept off its cloud, but startup license validation sends specified device and license details.
Visit Bruno Free plan Open source LinuxMacWeb+1
HTTPie offers command-line API testing alongside a graphical app for desktop and web. The CLI plan is open-source, while the Desktop and Web plan is in public beta; both are listed as free.
Visit HTTPieThe facts
| Bruno | HTTPie | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Extension, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $6 a month | HTTPie for Web: $10 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | usebruno.com | httpie.io |
| On api testing tools | #1 of 34 | #2 of 34 |
Bruno: what it does well
- Supports REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and WebSocket APIs.
- Plain-text collections can be versioned with Git.
- Includes scheduled runs and CI/CD integration.
- Collections can become interactive HTML documentation.
- 14-day Ultimate trial requires no credit card.
What to know first
- Free plan includes two workspaces.
- Free plan includes five OpenAPI syncs per month.
- Startup license checks transmit identifying device and license details.
- Pro costs $6 a month billed annually.
HTTPie: what it does well
- Supports GraphQL and a broad set of CLI request options.
- Desktop and Web app works offline without an account.
- Desktop app available for Mac, Windows, and Linux.
- CLI installation options cover any operating system.
What to know first
- Desktop and Web app is in public beta.
- Security measures are not guaranteed to prevent every unauthorized breach.