Comparison

API Requester vs Relay

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

Head to head
About

API Requester

Features
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Requester is your new go-to native HTTP client, built to make API testing fast, simple, and beautiful across iOS and macOS. Whether you are debugging complex backend services, exploring third-party APIs, or building your own software, Requester provides a streamlined, distraction-free experience without compromising on power. Key Features: - Beautiful Native Design: Enjoy a stunning, modern interface with glass UI elements, perfectly adapted for your device with full Light and Dark mode support. - Complete Request Control: Easily configure URLs, choose HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, etc.), edit JSON request bodies, and set custom headers. - Quick Import & Export: Instantly import requests from cURL or plain text to auto-fill all parameters, and export your crafted requests just as easily for sharing with your team. - Time-saving Tools: Quickly add standard headers (like Content-Type: application/json) with a single tap to avoid repetitive typing. - History & Bookmarks: Never lose track of a successful HTTP call. Save your request history automatically and bookmark your most-used requests for instant access. - Clear Responses: Analyze server responses, inspect status codes, and view payload data in a clean, structured format. - Usage Statistics: Keep track of your API interactions with a built-in statistics dashboard. Designed purely for developers, by developers. API Requester gets out of your way and lets you focus on what matters โ€” building great software. Legal: - Privacy Policy: https://vybgss.github.io/api-requester-docs/privacy-policy.html - Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Relay

Features
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Relay is a modern API client and REST client built for iPhone and iPad. Send HTTP requests, inspect responses, and manage API workflows from anywhere. What you can do with Relay: - Send requests with common HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE, and more) - Build requests with query parameters, headers, body, and auth - Test Bearer Token, Basic Auth, and API Key configurations - Inspect response body, headers, and request timing details - Validate and format JSON for faster debugging - Import cURL commands to quickly recreate terminal requests - Organize endpoints in collections and folders - Use environments and variables to switch between dev, staging, and production - Re-run requests from history to speed up testing Relay Pro unlocks advanced workflow and organization features for power users. You can start testing APIs immediately, with no account required. If you build, test, or debug APIs, Relay is the HTTP client that fits your iPhone and iPad workflow. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

API Requester4 screens
Relay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: API Requester at 17.6 against Relay's 26.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. API Requester sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Relay sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
API Requester versus Relay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAPI RequesterRelay
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeeklyโ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac โ€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 โ€” better26.2
Further details โ€” not scored
Size3 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVolodymyr SichkaCederic Schmid

In-app purchases

2 purchases

API Requester

Subscriptions2
  • Pro - Monthly14 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Pro - Annual14 Days trial$24.991 Year
3 purchases

Relay

Subscriptions2
  • Relay Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Relay Pro Yearly3 Days trial$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • Relay Pro Lifetime$17.99

Questions

Is API Requester free?
API Requester is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Relay free?
Relay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do API Requester or Relay have ads?
Neither API Requester nor Relay shows ads.

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