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At a Glance
Apache JMeter
Apache JMeter
Star Rating
(156)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (39.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Postman
Postman
Star Rating
(1,637)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (37.9% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Apache JMeter excels in stress testing, with a score of 9.1, making it a preferred choice for performance testing under extreme conditions. Reviewers mention that its ability to handle large volumes of requests is a significant advantage for load testing scenarios.
  • Reviewers mention that Postman shines in API testing, scoring 9.6, and is praised for its user-friendly interface and comprehensive features that simplify the testing process. Users say that the ability to create and manage collections of API requests enhances productivity.
  • G2 users highlight that Apache JMeter offers superior test coverage with a score of 9.4, allowing for extensive testing across various protocols. Users report that this feature is particularly beneficial for teams needing to validate complex systems.
  • Users on G2 mention that Postman provides excellent API monitoring capabilities, scoring 9.5, which helps teams ensure their APIs are functioning as expected. Reviewers say that the real-time monitoring features are invaluable for maintaining API health.
  • Reviewers mention that Apache JMeter's customization options, scoring 9.2, allow for tailored testing scenarios, which is a significant advantage for advanced users. Users report that the flexibility in scripting tests is a key feature that enhances its usability.
  • Users say that Postman’s collaboration features, with a score of 8.6, facilitate teamwork effectively, allowing multiple users to work on API projects simultaneously. Reviewers mention that this capability is crucial for teams working in agile environments.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Apache JMeter
No pricing available
Postman
Free Plan
Free
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Free Trial
Apache JMeter
No trial information available
Postman
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
107
9.3
1,290
Ease of Use
7.8
107
9.1
1,305
Ease of Setup
8.6
32
9.3
551
Ease of Admin
8.5
31
8.9
180
Quality of Support
7.5
91
8.7
1,072
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
29
9.0
152
Product Direction (% positive)
7.8
102
9.2
1,250
Features by Category
8.6
66
Not enough data
Functionality
9.1
59
Not enough data
8.4
52
Not enough data
8.5
58
Not enough data
Reporting
8.2
58
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.8
158
API Management
Not enough data
8.8
147
Not enough data
9.1
149
Not enough data
8.7
145
Not enough data
8.7
141
Security Testing
Not enough data
8.7
140
Not enough data
9.4
143
Not enough data
9.5
146
Security Management
Not enough data
8.8
137
Not enough data
8.4
135
Not enough data
8.0
135
Not enough data
8.9
587
Development
Not enough data
9.5
559
Not enough data
8.8
514
Not enough data
8.7
494
Not enough data
8.8
508
Collaboration
Not enough data
8.8
521
Not enough data
8.8
498
Not enough data
8.9
511
Service VirtualizationHide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
Not enough data
9.1
36
Functionality
Not enough data
9.4
31
Not enough data
9.1
29
Not enough data
8.9
30
Not enough data
9.6
30
Usability
Not enough data
9.1
29
Not enough data
9.0
31
Not enough data
9.5
33
8.4
10
Not enough data
Functionality
8.3
10
Not enough data
7.7
10
Not enough data
9.2
10
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
Automation
8.0
10
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
8.0
10
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Automation Testing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.5
19
Customization - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
8.6
17
Not enough data
8.4
17
Not enough data
8.4
17
Functionality - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
8.2
16
Not enough data
8.1
16
Not enough data
7.8
16
Not enough data
8.0
16
Data and Analytics - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
9.0
15
Integration - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
8.6
17
Not enough data
8.9
17
Not enough data
8.9
16
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
8.7
306
Development - API Platforms
Not enough data
9.4
298
Not enough data
9.0
288
Not enough data
8.7
280
Not enough data
8.8
283
Collaboration - API Platforms
Not enough data
8.8
283
Not enough data
8.7
282
Not enough data
8.6
276
API Management - API Platforms
Not enough data
9.0
285
Not enough data
8.4
281
Not enough data
8.5
275
Not enough data
8.9
279
Not enough data
8.3
272
Not enough data
8.1
180
Agentic AI - Software Testing
Not enough data
8.1
175
Not enough data
8.0
175
Not enough data
8.2
176
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cloud Visibility
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Identity
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.8
872
API Construction
Not enough data
9.5
822
Not enough data
8.7
725
Not enough data
8.6
668
Not enough data
8.8
374
API Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
760
Not enough data
8.9
738
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
647
Data Integration
Not enough data
8.8
680
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Apache JMeter
Apache JMeter
Postman
Postman
Apache JMeter and Postman are categorized as Software Testing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Apache JMeter
Apache JMeter
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
20.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
39.6%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
39.6%
Postman
Postman
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
33.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
37.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
28.8%
Reviewers' Industry
Apache JMeter
Apache JMeter
Information Technology and Services
36.7%
Computer Software
25.3%
Telecommunications
4.7%
Retail
2.0%
Program Development
2.0%
Other
29.3%
Postman
Postman
Computer Software
35.1%
Information Technology and Services
30.6%
Financial Services
3.2%
Banking
2.0%
Internet
1.9%
Other
27.2%
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Discussions
Apache JMeter
Apache JMeter Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
Apache JMeter has no discussions with answers
Postman
Postman Discussions
What is Postman used for?
6 Comments
KARTHIK K.
KK
Personnaly i used postman for connect multiple softwares through API.Read more
Is it possible to make such a service in the form of a Web App ?
3 Comments
Vu N.
VN
Hey Shrini, We recently launched Postman on the Web feature to use on a browser. Make sure to install the Postman Agent file to bypass any CORDS...Read more
Is there any alternative?
3 Comments
Laurent P.
LP
There exists Postwoman as an alternative: https://postwoman.ioRead more