Comparison

iCurlHTTP vs API Tester ‎

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

Head to head
About

iCurlHTTP

Test web server responses with cURL-like functionality on your iPhone or iPad. Simulate various browsers and inspect raw HTTP headers and HTML. Analyze network performance with detailed timing information.

Highlights
  • Simulate browser user-agents
  • Inspect raw HTTP headers and HTML
  • Support for GET, HEAD, POST, PUT, DELETE, OPTIONS, TRACE requests
  • SSL support with certificate info
  • History of tested URLs
  • Detailed HTTP timing analysis
  • HTTP/2 and IPv4/IPv6 support
Features
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HTTP Web Server Response Diagnostic Tool - Curl for iPhone and iPad iCurlHTTP is a simple, easy to use app that allows you to run MacOS/Linux-like cURL tests against URLs. It can simulate different web browsers (user-agents) to retrieve the raw HTTP headers and HTML response from web servers. ** GET, HEAD & POST Requests (GET, HEAD, POST, PUT, DELETE, OPTIONS and TRACE on iPad) ** SSL Support - https requests with basic certificate and handshake information ** Keeps a history of URLs tested with HEADER and POST data and provides them in a dropdown for easy repeated testing ** Simulates curl, iPhone, iPad, Safari, IE, Chrome and custom user-agent browsers ** Simple single-view interface with realtime result screen. ** iPhone and iPad support ** Verbose and Basic Detail ** HTTP Timing Details (Name Lookup, TCP Connect, SSL Handshake, First Byte and Total) ** Set custom User-Agent, Host Headers, Timeouts, HTTP Authentication, SSL Mode and POST Data ** Share Feature to send output to Clipboard, Printer and Email ** HTTP/2 Support ** IPv4 and IPv6 DNS Resolution with Option for Manual Address Resolution (via HOST:PORT:ADDRESS)

About

API Tester ‎

This tool simplifies API testing for developers and enthusiasts. Organize requests, customize headers and parameters, and send various body types. Supports flexible authentication and allows sharing of test collections.

Highlights
  • Organize requests into collections
  • Customizable headers and parameters
  • Support for raw body types (JSON, XML, text)
  • Form data support
  • Flexible authentication options
  • Export and share collections
  • In-app tutorials
Features
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Simplify API testing with API Tester, a powerful and intuitive tool designed to streamline your workflow and enhance your productivity. Whether you’re a developer, tester, or API enthusiast, API Tester provides all the features you need to manage and test RESTful APIs effectively. Key Features: Collections of Requests: Organize your API requests into collections, making it easier to manage and test multiple endpoints. Group similar requests together for better organization and a seamless testing experience. Customizable Headers and Parameters: Enable or disable headers and parameters as needed for each request. Fine-tune your requests to match any scenario effortlessly. Raw Body Types: Send raw data in different formats like JSON, XML, or plain text. Choose from various content types and easily configure requests for different APIs. Form Data Support: Easily handle form data submissions, and quickly switch between raw and form-data body types depending on the API requirements. Flexible Authentication Options: Test APIs with different authentication types, including Basic, Bearer Token, OAuth, and more. Set up a base URL and apply parent authentication to multiple requests for a consistent and secure experience. Export and Share Collections: Export your collections as .atc files and share them with others to collaborate or back up your API tests. Effortlessly import shared collections to continue testing. Tutorials Section: Learn everything you need to know about APIs with our in-app tutorials. Gain insights into different API concepts, testing techniques, and best practices to enhance your skills. Download API Tester now and take your API testing to the next level! Developed by Anvaysoft Programmer- Hrishi Suthar Made with love in India

Screenshots

iCurlHTTP4 screens
API Tester ‎4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: API Tester ‎ at free against iCurlHTTP's paid. API Tester ‎ also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 84%). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
iCurlHTTP versus API Tester ‎: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCurlHTTPAPI Tester ‎
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (30 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews84.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings30 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB46 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperJason CoxHrishi Suthar

Customer experience

iCurlHTTP

All ratings30 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive84.4%
Neutral6.7%
Negative8.9%

API Tester ‎

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

iCurlHTTP

No in-app purchases

None

API Tester ‎

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iCurlHTTP free?
iCurlHTTP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is API Tester ‎ free?
API Tester ‎ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iCurlHTTP or API Tester ‎ have ads?
Neither iCurlHTTP nor API Tester ‎ shows ads.

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