Comparison

HTTPBot vs CirqtLab Kit

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

HTTPBot

This app allows users to send HTTP/HTTPS requests and connect to WebSockets, making it easy to debug APIs on the go. It supports various response formats, collaboration features, and authentication methods, streamlining API development and testing.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

CirqtLab Kit

Features
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CirqtLab Kit: Your Essential Companion for OpenCirqt Development The CirqtLab Kit is the indispensable mobile application designed to seamlessly complement and elevate your experience with the OpenCirqt family of Development Kits. It provides a powerful, streamlined, and highly intuitive platform, turning the complex process of IoT development into an approachable and exciting journey. Whether you are a seasoned engineer prototyping advanced applications or a curious beginner taking your first steps into the world of connected devices, CirqtLab Kit simplifies the heavy lifting, allowing you to focus purely on innovation. Explore, Experiment, and Innovate with Unmatched EaseUnleash the full potential of your OpenCirqt hardware and dive deep into cutting-edge IoT sensing technologies like never before. The app establishes a stable and reliable bridge between your smartphone and your development kit, offering easy, on-the-go access to essential tools and resources.Core Capabilities & Features: - Effortless Device Connectivity:Instantly discover and connect to nearby Cirqt IoT devices via secure and energy-efficient protocols (e.g., Bluetooth Low Energy).Maintain a clear overview of your connected devices, including signal strength and battery status. - Live Sensor Data Visualization & Capture:Capture, view, and record live data streams from a variety of integrated sensors in real-time.Gain immediate insights with dynamic graphing for complex data types, including:Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) Data: Visualize acceleration, angular velocity (gyroscope), and magnetic field readings across all three axes (X, Y, Z). Perfect for motion tracking and orientation studies.Color Sensor Data: See instant readouts of ambient light intensity, RGB and even IR values, and color temperature for immediate environmental analysis. - Intelligent Data Management:Efficiently manage recorded data logs directly on your mobile device.Compress and batch-send large datasets via Wi-Fi or cellular networks to your cloud storage, PC, or analysis server, ensuring minimal bandwidth usage and maximum efficiency for field testing.Easily review, tag, and export logs for later analysis. - Over-The-Air (OTA) Firmware Management:Keep your development kits current with the latest features, bug fixes, and security patches.Perform seamless, reliable, Over-The-Air (OTA) firmware updates for your Cirqt IoT devices directly from the app, ensuring your hardware is always optimized and ready for your next project. CirqtLab Kit transforms your OpenCirqt Development Kit into a truly mobile and powerful laboratory, giving you the flexibility and control needed to rapidly prototype, deploy, and iterate your Internet of Things solutions.

Screenshots

HTTPBot4 screens
CirqtLab Kit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CirqtLab Kit at none against HTTPBot's 9. CirqtLab Kit also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.0). HTTPBot's advantage is chart position (#72 vs unranked). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. HTTPBot sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. CirqtLab Kit asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
HTTPBot versus CirqtLab Kit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHTTPBotCirqtLab Kit
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews55.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#72 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArvindh SukumarOpenCirqt Lab

Bugs and requests

HTTPBot

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • 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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

CirqtLab Kit

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

HTTPBot

Subscriptions7
  • Pro Upgrade - Weekly$2.997 Days
  • HTTPBot Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
  • HTTPBot Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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  • HTTPBot Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
  • HTTPBot Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Pro Upgrade$29.991 Year
  • HTTPBot Pro Upgrade - Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Unlock$29.99
  • Lifetime Unlock$49.99
None

CirqtLab Kit

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HTTPBot free?
HTTPBot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CirqtLab Kit free?
CirqtLab Kit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HTTPBot or CirqtLab Kit have ads?
Neither HTTPBot nor CirqtLab Kit shows ads.

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