Comparison

Tester vs MonMate

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

Head to head
About

Tester

This app empowers developers to handle various API tasks on the go. It supports numerous protocols and request types, offering advanced features for GraphQL and WebSocket testing. Seamlessly manage requests, import collections, and even send API calls from your Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Supports REST, GraphQL, WebSocket, SOAP, XML, HTTP/S
  • Comprehensive GraphQL editor
  • WebSocket testing tool
  • Flexible API call data encoding
  • Adjustable request settings (TLS, redirects, timeouts)
  • Import requests/collections (curl, Swagger, OpenAPI)
  • Apple Watch app for API requests
Features
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The first mobile app to handle any developer task on the go. Main features: - REST, GraphQL, WebSocket, SOAP, JSON RPC, XML, HTTP, HTTPS, etc. - All types of HTTP requests: GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE, HEAD, OPTIONS, COPY, LINK, UNLINK, PURGE, LOCK, UNLOCK, PROPFIND, VIEW. - Powerful GraphQL editor with full-scale experience: body editor with Queries, Mutations, Subscriptions and syntax support; variables editor; documentation explorer; request settings and metadata. - WebSocket testing tool. Handles connection and message exchange via WS or WSS. - API calls with any kind of request data encoding and transfer type (query params, URLEncoded params, FormData, raw data, send files from device storage, cloud, remote server). - Settings. TLS can be skipped, redirects can be disabled, timeouts are adjustable. Weak SSL verification can be enabled and replaced with self-signed certificate. - Import request or collection by curl, link or file from your device. And naturally, there is any type of collection for you: Swagger, OpenAPI, Postman, YAML. - Need to share request in seconds? Deep link and cURL command supported. - Apple Watch app. Allows to send API requests directly from your wrist. - Integrations: Shortcuts, Widgets. Additional little things: - Autocomplete for most common headers keys. - Syntax highlighting; Auto formatting. - Optimized for viewing on any device screen. - Cookies. Collect, edit, create. - Request metrics. Measure request duration, response size, status code changing. - History of all request calls. - Request authorisation. Basic Auth with password and username. OAuth with header or query access token. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://tester.io/privacy-policy

About

MonMate

Manage MongoDB databases with ease. Connect, organize, and edit collections and documents. Powerful query sorting and filtering capabilities simplify data retrieval for developers.

Highlights
  • Connection management
  • Collection handling
  • Document editing
  • Query sorting and filtering
  • Intuitive interface
Features
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MonMate is your ultimate companion for managing MongoDB databases with ease and efficiency. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just getting started, MonMate simplifies your workflow, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—your data. Key Features: Connection Management: Create, edit, delete, and rearrange your MongoDB connections effortlessly. Keep your database connections organised and easily accessible. Collection Handling: Manage your collections with simplicity. Create new collections, delete unnecessary ones, and ensure your database is structured exactly how you need it. Document Management: Use our built-in editor to create, edit, and delete documents within your collections. MonMate's intuitive interface ensures that document management is straightforward and hassle-free. Query Sorting and Filtering: Run your queries with precision. Sort and filter your data to quickly find exactly what you're looking for. MonMate's powerful querying capabilities make data retrieval efficient and effective. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Tester4 screens
MonMate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Tester at 4.7 against MonMate's 2.5. Tester also leads on review sentiment (90% vs 50%) and ads (none vs shown). MonMate's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.7). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Tester sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and MonMate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tester holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tester has 595 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of Tester's written reviews are positive against 50% of MonMate's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tester ships an update every 2 days, MonMate every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Tester versus MonMate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTesterMonMate
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (595 ratings) — better2.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews89.9% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings595 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#177 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.715.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size76 MB33 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperFJEDIPahlavan Ltd

Customer experience

Tester

All ratings595 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral3.2%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews327 reviews
Positive89.9%
Neutral4.0%
Negative6.1%

MonMate

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Tester

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Deleting all saved requests after updates
  • App launching to a black screen
  • Shortcuts integration not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for environment variables
  • Implement folders/collections management
  • Allow exporting/importing data as JSON
  • Provide more Shortcuts actions
  • Add ability to change app icon

MonMate

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Tester

Subscriptions6
  • Tester Go Weekly$0.997 Days
  • Tester Go Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Tester Plus Monthly$7.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • Tester Pro Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Tester Plus Yearly$79.991 Year
  • Tester Pro Yearly$200.001 Year
One-time1
  • Tester Plus Lifetime$89.99
2 purchases

MonMate

Subscriptions2
  • Remove Ads Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Remove Ads Annual$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Tester free?
Tester is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MonMate free?
MonMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tester or MonMate?
Tester is rated higher. Tester averages 4.7 out of 5 from 595 ratings, while MonMate averages 2.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Tester or MonMate have ads?
MonMate shows ads; Tester does not.
Which is updated more often, Tester or MonMate?
Tester ships an update every 2 days, and MonMate every 2 months. Most recently, Tester was updated on October 30, 2026 and MonMate on October 24, 2026.

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