| Website | hoppscotch.io |
| Category | API Development / Testing |
| License | MIT (open source) |
| Pricing | Free (open source), Enterprise available |
Overview
Hoppscotch is a lightweight, open-source API development platform. REST, GraphQL, WebSocket testing. Fast, no-install, runs in your browser.
Pros
- MIT license
- Runs in browser (no install)
- REST, GraphQL, WebSocket, SSE
- Team collaboration features
- Self-hosted option
- Fast and lightweight
Cons
- Fewer features than Postman/Insomnia
- Collection management less mature
- Limited scripting compared to Postman
- Enterprise features newer
- CLI tools still developing
Verdict
Hoppscotch proves that API testing doesn't need a heavy desktop app. The browser-based approach means zero install and instant access, the MIT license means no vendor lock-in, and the performance is noticeably faster than Postman. For teams that want a lightweight, open-source API tool without the bloat, Hoppscotch delivers.