Comparison

SimpleHTTP vs HTTP Client

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

Head to head
About

SimpleHTTP

Easily send common HTTP requests like GET, POST, HEAD, DELETE, and PATCH. View detailed metrics and plain text or rendered HTML responses. Supports sending files or images with POST requests.

Highlights
  • Make GET, POST, HEAD, DELETE, PATCH requests
  • View plain text response
  • View rendered HTML response
  • View detailed request metrics
  • Send files/images with POST requests
Features
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This is a free tool you can use to make common HTTP requests. You can also make a POST request by picking an image or a file from your iPhone or iPad. You can also view the detailed metrics of a request, like the request timing and many more details. - Make requests: GET, POST, HEAD, DELETE, PATCH - View the plain test response of a request (and you can also view a rendered HTML of the response) - View the request metrics

About

HTTP Client

Features
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Geturl is a powerful and flexible HTTP client designed for developers and testers who need full control over API workflows. Whether you're exploring a new REST endpoint, automating test cases, or debugging a complex integration, Geturl provides the tools you need in a fast, intuitive interface. Send requests, inspect responses, manage environments, and streamline your development process — all in one place. Key Features: * Send HTTP requests with full support for methods like GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, PATCH, and more * Customize headers, query parameters, and request bodies with ease * Support for authentication types including Bearer Token, Basic Auth, and OAuth 2.0 * Organize requests into collections and define reusable environments * View detailed responses with status codes, headers, and formatted body previews (JSON, XML, HTML, etc.) * Access request history and duplicate past calls for fast iteration * Import and export collections and environments for easy collaboration * Designed with a clean, developer-focused interface for speed and productivity * Whether you're building APIs, testing endpoints, or debugging network issues, Geturl offers a streamlined experience to support your development workflow. Subscriptions: Geturl may limit your usage after 100 requests. Geturl offers a Pro subscription that unlocks unlimited usage. Subscription is billed annually and auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime through your App Store account settings. Terms: https://irfanaksu.com/terms_of_use.html Privacy Policy: https://irfanaksu.com/privacy_policy.html

Screenshots

SimpleHTTP3 screens
HTTP Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SimpleHTTP at none against HTTP Client's 1. SimpleHTTP also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.2). 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. HTTP Client sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. SimpleHTTP asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SimpleHTTP ships an update every 2 days, HTTP Client weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SimpleHTTP versus HTTP Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimpleHTTPHTTP Client
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.2
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShunzhe MaIrfan Aksu

In-app purchases

None

SimpleHTTP

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

HTTP Client

Subscriptions1
  • Pro - Unlimited Use$9.991 Year

Questions

Is SimpleHTTP free?
SimpleHTTP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HTTP Client free?
HTTP Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SimpleHTTP or HTTP Client have ads?
Neither SimpleHTTP nor HTTP Client shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SimpleHTTP or HTTP Client?
SimpleHTTP ships an update every 2 days, and HTTP Client weekly. Most recently, SimpleHTTP was updated on November 3, 2026 and HTTP Client on October 30, 2026.

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