Compare Jest and Postman
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (53.3% of reviews)
Mid-Market (36.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free
Jest
Star Rating
(15)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (53.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Postman
Star Rating
(1,767)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (36.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Postman excels in user experience, particularly for API testing and development. Users appreciate its intuitive interface, stating that even beginners can easily navigate the platform without feeling lost. This ease of use is a significant advantage for teams looking to onboard new members quickly.
- According to verified reviews, Jest is recognized for its speed and efficiency in unit testing, especially with its Node-based testing approach. Users highlight the snapshot testing feature as a standout, making it easier to manage tests. However, some users note that it can be slower for larger projects, indicating a potential area for improvement.
- Users say that Postman provides robust scripting capabilities, allowing for complex request chaining and automation. This feature is particularly praised by those who need to capture tokens programmatically, enhancing the overall testing workflow and making it a powerful tool for developers.
- Reviewers mention that while Jest has a solid auto-mocking feature that suits many needs, there is still room for enhancement. Some users feel that it may not fully meet their specific project requirements, which could be a drawback for teams with unique testing scenarios.
- G2 reviewers highlight Postman's strong support quality, with many users expressing satisfaction with the assistance they receive. This support is crucial for teams that may encounter challenges during implementation or need guidance on advanced features.
- According to recent feedback, both tools have similar star ratings, but Postman significantly outshines Jest in overall user satisfaction and market presence. With a much higher G2 Score, Postman is viewed as a more reliable partner for businesses looking to enhance their testing capabilities.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Jest
No pricing availablePostman
Free Plan
Free
For individuals or a small team of 3 or less to start testing APIs.
- Up to 3 collaborators
- Access to API Client
- 3 Packages
Free Trial
Jest
No trial information availablePostman
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.4
11
9.3
1,380
Ease of Use
9.0
12
9.1
1,399
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.3
650
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.9
185
Quality of Support
8.2
10
8.7
1,143
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.0
157
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
12
9.2
1,335
Features by Category
API Management
Not enough data
8.7
118
Not enough data
9.1
120
Not enough data
8.6
117
Not enough data
8.7
111
Security Testing
Not enough data
8.5
110
Not enough data
9.3
116
Not enough data
9.5
123
Security Management
Not enough data
8.6
107
Not enough data
8.2
106
Not enough data
7.7
106
Development
Not enough data
9.5
551
Not enough data
8.7
481
Not enough data
8.7
459
Not enough data
8.7
476
Collaboration
Not enough data
8.7
485
Not enough data
8.7
470
Not enough data
8.9
480
Functionality
Not enough data
9.3
24
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
8.6
23
Not enough data
9.4
23
Usability
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
9.0
27
Not enough data
9.3
27
Customization - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
8.6
14
Not enough data
8.7
14
Functionality - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
8.6
13
Not enough data
8.6
13
Not enough data
8.2
13
Not enough data
8.3
13
Data and Analytics - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
8.5
13
Not enough data
8.6
13
Not enough data
8.9
12
Integration - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
8.9
14
Not enough data
8.8
13
Not enough data
8.6
13
Development - API Platforms
Not enough data
9.6
373
Not enough data
8.7
270
Not enough data
8.8
236
Not enough data
8.8
252
Collaboration - API Platforms
Not enough data
8.9
277
Not enough data
8.7
246
Not enough data
8.6
236
API Management - API Platforms
Not enough data
8.9
252
Not enough data
8.4
239
Not enough data
8.5
237
Not enough data
8.9
254
Not enough data
8.2
231
Agentic AI - Software Testing
Not enough data
8.0
158
Not enough data
7.9
152
Not enough data
8.0
152
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
API Construction
Not enough data
9.5
827
Not enough data
8.6
694
Not enough data
8.6
631
Not enough data
8.7
344
API Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
739
Not enough data
8.8
707
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
617
Data Integration
Not enough data
8.8
651
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Jest and Postman are categorized as Software Testing
Unique Categories
Jest has no unique categories
Postman is categorized as Service Virtualization, API Platforms, API Development, API Security, API Management, Build Automation, and AI Agent Builders
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Jest
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Postman
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
53.3%
Information Technology and Services
20.0%
Telecommunications
6.7%
Financial Services
6.7%
Design
6.7%
Other
6.7%
Computer Software
35.1%
Information Technology and Services
29.9%
Financial Services
3.4%
Banking
2.0%
Internet
1.8%
Other
27.9%
Alternatives
Discussions
What is Jest used for?
1 Comment
SK
Jest serves as the testing framework employed to validate the code, ensuring the proper functioning of all edge cases and the detection of any failures. This...Read more
Jest has no more discussions with answers
What is Postman used for?
7 Comments
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
SV
Not available as web app. However you can either download it as a setup for your Mac or PC or you can add it as a chrome extension and use it.Read more
