# HTTPBot: API & HTTP Client — API, MCP & WebSocket Debugger

> Mobile API client and debugger for sending HTTP requests and inspecting responses. (iPhone/iPad app by Arvindh Sukumar.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/httpbot-api-and-http-client/id1232603544 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Arvindh Sukumar](https://appshunter.io/developer/510057061)
- Category: Developer Tools, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 1,317 App Store ratings · 295 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 82 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-05-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/httpbot-api-and-http-client/id1232603544/reviews.md

## What is HTTPBot?

HTTPBot is a powerful API client and debugger that lets you send HTTP/HTTPs requests, connect to WebSockets, browse and invoke remote MCP servers, inspect JSON & HTML responses, and debug APIs on the go.

With HTTPBot, you can
    - Make requests and view responses from anywhere.
    - Debug API issues even while away from your terminal.  
    - Work with JSON, HTML, XML, and raw text responses effortlessly.
    - Collaborate with your team by importing & exporting Postman collections, and by syncing with the Postman API.

FEATURES
    - Powerful request editor provides a GUI for easily editing HTTP, HTTPS & WebSockets requests.
    - Connect to remote MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers to browse and invoke their tools, prompts, and resources.
    - Supports all major HTTP methods, including GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, PATCH, HEAD, and OPTIONS.
    - Automatically highlights JSON, HTML, and XML content for better readability. 
    - View detailed metrics for requests and responses, including size, duration, SSL and more.   
    - Support for OpenAPI/Swagger specs as well as Postman collections & environments, including sync with Postman accounts on the cloud 
    - View request documentation for APIs
    - Native support for GraphQL requests - edit queries and variables directly, and view schema.
    - Import & export collections from/to any document storage provider, like iCloud Drive, Dropbox and more.
    - Supports authentication using Basic, Digest, OAuth 1.0a, OAuth 2.0, JWT and much more. Securely store auth credentials for frequent use.
    - Save frequently-used variables in environments
    - Filter & query responses using XPath & JSONPath
    - Automate your workflows with Shortcuts integration.

PRICING
HTTPBot is available to download for free, with a risk-free 7-day trial to unlock access to its features. Enjoy full access beyond the trial with a yearly subscription, or a one-time purchase for a lifetime upgrade. All plans unlock the app on all platforms where it is supported.

LEGAL
Duration & price of each subscription is displayed in the app when upgrading to Pro. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless it is cancelled atleast 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription in your iTunes account settings. Any unused portion of the free trial period is forfeited as soon as a subscription is purchased.

Terms of use: https://www.httpbot.io/terms.html
Privacy policy: https://www.httpbot.io/privacy.html

## Key features

- Send HTTP/HTTPS and WebSocket requests
- Inspect JSON, HTML, and XML responses
- Import/export Postman collections
- Support for OpenAPI/Swagger specs
- Native GraphQL request support
- Multiple authentication methods
- Shortcuts integration for automation

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HTTPBot Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| HTTPBot Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Upgrade | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Upgrade - Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| HTTPBot Pro Upgrade - Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| HTTPBot Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| HTTPBot Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Unlock | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Unlock | $49.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #153 in Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)
- #44 in Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

## What do users think of HTTPBot?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 👍 Postman integration
- 🚀 Powerful HTTP client
- 👍 Great tool for API testing
- 👍 Useful for developers on the go

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Lacks security features (e.g., client certificates)
- 💰 Expensive for the limited free version
- 🤔 Unintuitive UI and documentation
- 🐛 Postman integration issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes when using response filters
- Issues with importing Postman collections
- Requests sometimes show incorrect HTTP method
- Inconsistent behavior with SSL verification
- Response data not properly formatted

**Most requested features**

- Add support for PATCH requests
- Improve Postman collection and environment integration
- Add ability to copy/paste from response
- Implement better handling of URL variables
- Improve response formatting and readability

## Recent user reviews (10 of 295)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/httpbot-api-and-http-client/id1232603544/reviews.md

### 1/5 — App crashes all the time

*2026-06-03, version 2026.3.1*

Wasted $50

### 1/5 — Kostenpflichtig!!

*2026-05-14*

Das App als Kostenlos zu listen mit inApp Käufen ist ein Witz.
Das einzige was man ohne Abo machen kann, ist das App öffnen feststellen das der Aboscreen alles überlagert und nur verschwinden würde, wenn man ein Abo abschließt, also nichts kostenlos nutzbar!,

### 4/5 — Works (in an involved way)

*2026-04-29*

Requests need to be saved and remember their name but on second edit; you click a lot - but in the end it works. Not the most friendly app but fair enough.

### 4/5 — Some free options now Pro

*2026-04-02, version 2026.1.1*

HTTPBot is a rock solid app and performs as advertised. Recently, however, I returned to the app after just a few weeks and some of the features that I was counting on for my workflow had been moved to pro features. 

Basically, many of my calls were saved as custom workflows. Now you need Pro to run custom work flows, as well as export as CURL, so I have to re-create these workflows manually.

This is a core usability change has left me stuck in the water, as purchasing Pro is now a considered purchase and I have to go back and compare HTTPBot to the other paid REST apps that are out there, especially if I’m going to have to re-create all of my calls manually anyway.

This is not a complaint, just an alert for those folks that have developed workflows in the app before those features went Pro. 

It's a rock solid app. And the developer deserves to get paid for it. But if you previously chose HTTP bot specifically because of the features that are now only available in the Pro version, you now have other apps to consider before you buy.

### 1/5 — Subscription-forcing trash

*2026-04-01, version 2026.1.1*

Requires starting a trial with auto-billing afterwards to even get into the app. Instantly deleted.

### 1/5 — Can’t get past the “Start your Pro Trial” screen

*2026-03-10, version 2026.0.1*

Got it try and make a post call. Can’t seem to get past the “Start your Pro Trial” screen. I don’t want to start a trial just to try the “free” app.

### 1/5 — No free version

*2026-02-01, version 2026.0.1*

You can’t even test out the app without signing up for a $5 weekly subscription. Most apps at least have a free tier. Junk

### 1/5 — PayWall

*2026-02-01*

Einfach alles hinter einer PayWall

### 4/5 — Love/Hate But Still Great

*2026-01-20, version 2025.4.1*

I wanted to keep this one, but the biggest thing I have a problem with is that you can’t copy the response data from the API call. It has a “copy” option but there must be a bug or something because it never goes to the clipboard. Otherwise, its way less clunkier than Postman!

### 5/5 — 10/10

*2026-01-17, version 2025.4.1*

Best app

## Frequently asked questions about HTTPBot

### What does HTTPBot do?

HTTPBot is a mobile application designed to act as a powerful API client and debugger. It allows users to send HTTP/HTTPS requests, connect to WebSockets, and inspect various response formats like JSON, HTML, and XML, making it ideal for API development and testing on the go.

### What are the key features of HTTPBot?

Key features include a powerful request editor for HTTP, HTTPS, and WebSockets, support for all major HTTP methods, automatic content highlighting for JSON, HTML, and XML, detailed request/response metrics, and support for OpenAPI/Swagger specs and Postman collections. It also offers native GraphQL support and various authentication methods.

### How much does HTTPBot cost?

The app is free to download and offers a 7-day trial to unlock all features. After the trial, users can choose a yearly subscription or a one-time purchase for lifetime access. All plans unlock the app across all supported platforms.

### What platforms is HTTPBot compatible with?

The description mentions that all plans unlock the app on all platforms where it is supported. While specific platforms aren't listed, it implies cross-platform availability for users who purchase or subscribe.

### Can I use HTTPBot to debug APIs remotely?

Yes, HTTPBot is designed for debugging API issues even while away from your terminal. Its ability to send requests and inspect responses from anywhere makes it a convenient tool for mobile API debugging and development.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.5.2 — 2026-07-10

HTTPBot now includes an MCP client — connect to remote Model Context Protocol servers and browse and invoke their tools, prompts, and resources right alongside your HTTP requests.

### 2026.5.1 — 2026-07-01

HTTPBot now includes an MCP client — connect to remote Model Context Protocol servers and browse and invoke their tools, prompts, and resources right alongside your HTTP requests.

### 2026.5 — 2026-06-18

HTTPBot now includes an MCP client — connect to remote Model Context Protocol servers and browse and invoke their tools, prompts, and resources right alongside your HTTP requests.

### 2026.4.1 — 2026-06-05

HTTPBot now supports all the major OAuth 2.0 grant types:

- Authorization Code (with PKCE)
- Implicit
- Client Credentials
- Password Credentials
- Manual — paste in a token you already have

Authorization Code and Implicit flows run right in the app via your provider's login page, and acquired tokens can be inspected and refreshed without signing in again.

### 2026.4 — 2026-05-28

HTTPBot now supports all the major OAuth 2.0 grant types:

- Authorization Code (with PKCE)
- Implicit
- Client Credentials
- Password Credentials
- Manual — paste in a token you already have

Authorization Code and Implicit flows run right in the app via your provider's login page, and acquired tokens can be inspected and refreshed without signing in again.

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