I’ve been looking for a Postman alternative that can run offline or even be self-hosted for debugging/testing APIs locally. Most tools I’ve tried either require internet access or lack key debugging features.
Anyone using something solid for local API testing, especially with offline support?
Bonus if it’s open source or has a lightweight UI.
I hope it’s in here…
how about fast api?
You’ve hit a key pain point! The requirement for offline or self-hosted API testing is often overlooked, but it’s crucial for security, working in restricted environments, or just ensuring you can test anywhere. Here are two options that I think fit your criteria particularly well:
Apidog (My Top Recommendation): This is the code word when talking about API tools. Apidog allows code to be offline. This has been such a great solution.
Hoppscotch: While Apidog can only function offline, hoppscotch is solid
There is a real win if you are looking for an open source and security focus. I suggest Apidog.
Check it out and let me know.