Comparison

HTTPBot vs VYB

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

VYB

This mobile client allows developers to manage AI workflows running on their personal Mac. It offers an interactive terminal, file browsing, and control over AI models. Advanced features like remote desktop and one-tap Xcode builds are available with a subscription.

Highlights
  • AI model control
  • Interactive SSH terminal
  • Project file browsing
  • Remote Desktop access
  • One-tap Xcode build/install
  • Multi-window support on iPad
Features
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VYB is a mobile AI workstation client for developers who run workflows on their own Mac. Use VYB on iPhone and iPad to control Codex, work in an interactive SSH terminal, and browse project files. Free includes: - Codex control - Interactive terminal - File browsing - One saved host with iCloud sync - Keyboard, trackpad, and multi-window support on iPad Pro includes: - Remote Desktop access (LAN) - One-tap Xcode build/install (LAN) - Multiple hosts - Pinned threads - Live Activities - Approval notifications - File change viewer - Terminal Git/Tmux shortcuts Pro features require a subscription (monthly or yearly). Privacy & Security: - VYB does not use analytics or ad tracking. - VYB does not provide cloud compute or relay servers. - Workflows execute on your user-owned Mac host. - Credentials are stored in Apple Keychain. - Optional iCloud sync can be used for host/settings data. Requirements: - User-owned Mac host required for full functionality. - Some features require local/private network access. - VYB for macOS (Host) must be installed and running on your Mac for some features. - Codex CLI must be installed on your Mac for Codex features. Auto-renewable subscription terms: - Subscription options: VYB Pro Monthly (1 month) and VYB Pro Yearly (1 year) - Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period - You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings after purchase - Privacy Policy: https://vyb.ai/privacy/ - Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

HTTPBot4 screens
VYB4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: HTTPBot at 4.5 against VYB's 4.0. HTTPBot also leads on ratings volume (1.3K vs 3) and chart position (#64 vs #197). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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 and VYB sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HTTPBot holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HTTPBot has 1.3K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of HTTPBot's written reviews are positive against 50% of VYB's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HTTPBot ships an update every 3 weeks, VYB every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
HTTPBot versus VYB: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHTTPBotVYB
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.3K ratings) — better4.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews55.7% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.3K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#64 — better#197
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArvindh SukumarAlex Kitcoff

Customer experience

HTTPBot

All ratings1,322 ratings
Positive86.6%
Neutral3.9%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews300 reviews
Positive55.7%
Neutral10.0%
Negative34.3%

VYB

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

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

VYB

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
Show 4 more
  • 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
2 purchases

VYB

Subscriptions2
  • VYB Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • VYB Pro Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year

Questions

Is HTTPBot free?
HTTPBot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VYB free?
VYB is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, HTTPBot or VYB?
HTTPBot is rated higher. HTTPBot averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while VYB averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.
Do HTTPBot or VYB have ads?
Neither HTTPBot nor VYB shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HTTPBot or VYB?
HTTPBot ships an update every 3 weeks, and VYB every 5 weeks. Most recently, HTTPBot was updated on October 26, 2026 and VYB on October 23, 2026.
Which is more popular, HTTPBot or VYB?
HTTPBot currently peaks at #64 in the App Store charts, and VYB at #197. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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