Hoppscotch

Overview

Hoppscotch is an open source API development ecosystem that enables developers and testers to build, test, and share APIs using a web-based client supporting REST, GraphQL, and WebSockets. It offers a cloud version for immediate use and self-hosting options via Community Edition, with a desktop application built on Tauri for enhanced performance.¹³⁶⁷

Key Features

• API Request Creation - Create and send API requests faster for REST, GraphQL, and WebSocket protocols.
• Collections and Workspaces - Organize requests into savable collections and collaborative workspaces.
• Self-Hosting - Deploy Community Edition on localhost or servers for private API testing.
• Desktop Application - Tauri-based app with fast load times and low memory usage on desktop OS.
• Sharing Features - Share collections, embed API playgrounds, or generate shareable links.
• Admin Dashboard - Manage users and access in self-hosted instances via admin interface.
• Authentication Support - Integrate OAuth and SMTP for user authentication in deployments.

Pricing

Platforms & Requirements

Runs as a web app in modern browsers, accessible via hoppscotch.io or self-hosted at ports like 3000/3100. Desktop version uses Tauri framework on macOS, Windows, Linux with minimal resource usage and fast performance; no mobile apps mentioned. No specific minimum requirements listed beyond standard browser or OS support.¹³

Integrations & Ecosystem

• REST APIs
• GraphQL
• WebSockets
• OAuth (Google, GitHub, Microsoft)
• SMTP
• Tauri framework

Alternatives

Reputation

Perceived as a lightweight, fast alternative to Postman and Insomnia, praised for open source nature, quick performance, and self-hosting capabilities. Lacks some profile customization like images. Actively maintained with desktop and ecosystem expansions.¹⁴⁶