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Charles vs Intercept REST
Both stand on local development proxy tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Charles offers detailed traffic inspection alongside request editing, replay, and network simulation. It is paid software with a 30-day trial, and buyers should review the computer and major-version limits on licenses.
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| Charles | Intercept REST | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | 1–4 User Licenses: $50 per license, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 6 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | charlesproxy.com | intercept.rest |
| On local development proxy tools | #14 of 24 | #18 of 24 |
Charles: what it does well
- Inspects HTTP and HTTPS requests, responses, and headers.
- Breakpoints allow interception and editing.
- Simulates slower connections with throttling and latency.
- Captured traffic stays on the user’s computer.
What to know first
- No free plan is listed.
- A license generally covers one computer at a time.
- The license applies to a major version and its updates.
Intercept REST: what it does well
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