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At a Glance
Kong Insomnia
Kong Insomnia
Star Rating
(16)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (40.0% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Postman
Postman
Star Rating
(1,751)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (37.9% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Postman excels in user satisfaction, with many praising its intuitive interface that simplifies API testing and development. Users appreciate how easy it is to send requests and test different endpoints, making it accessible even for beginners.
  • Users say that Kong Insomnia offers a solid experience for managing API workflows, particularly highlighting its ability to create collections and connect with Git for seamless testing. This feature is especially beneficial for teams looking to maintain high-quality APIs through collaboration.
  • Reviewers mention that Postman stands out for its powerful scripting capabilities, which allow users to automate complex requests. This feature is frequently noted as a game-changer, enabling users to programmatically capture tokens and streamline their testing processes.
  • According to verified reviews, Kong Insomnia is appreciated for its versatility, supporting a wide range of API types including REST, GraphQL, and SOAP. Users find this flexibility valuable for various projects, although some feel it lacks the depth of features found in Postman.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that Postman has a significantly higher quality of support, with users reporting prompt assistance and helpful resources. This support is crucial for teams that rely on timely help to resolve issues and maintain productivity.
  • Users express that while Kong Insomnia is easy to use for creating and saving workspaces, it may not match the overall functionality and user experience that Postman provides. Many users feel that Postman’s comprehensive feature set makes it a more robust choice for serious API development.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Kong Insomnia
No pricing available
Postman
Free Plan
Free
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Free Trial
Kong Insomnia
Free Trial is available
Postman
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.3
12
9.3
1,377
Ease of Use
8.3
13
9.2
1,395
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.3
641
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
9.0
190
Quality of Support
7.7
10
8.7
1,147
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.0
162
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
12
9.2
1,337
Features by Category
Not enough data
8.7
164
API Management
Not enough data
8.8
146
Not enough data
9.1
148
Not enough data
8.7
144
Not enough data
8.7
139
Security Testing
Not enough data
8.6
138
Not enough data
9.4
143
Not enough data
9.5
149
Security Management
Not enough data
8.8
135
Not enough data
8.4
133
Not enough data
7.9
133
7.9
11
8.9
616
Development
8.3
11
9.5
581
8.0
9
8.7
519
8.3
8
8.7
499
7.4
9
8.8
514
Collaboration
7.8
9
8.8
524
7.8
9
8.8
507
7.6
9
8.9
518
Service VirtualizationHide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
Not enough data
9.1
39
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
9.1
34
Not enough data
9.4
34
Not enough data
8.6
21
Customization - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
8.3
18
Not enough data
8.5
18
Functionality - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
8.3
17
Not enough data
8.2
17
Not enough data
7.9
17
Not enough data
8.1
17
Data and Analytics - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
8.8
17
Not enough data
8.8
17
Not enough data
9.1
16
Integration - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
8.7
18
Not enough data
9.0
18
Not enough data
8.9
17
Not enough data
8.8
17
Not enough data
8.8
392
Development - API Platforms
Not enough data
9.5
371
Not enough data
8.8
308
Not enough data
8.8
285
Not enough data
8.8
296
Collaboration - API Platforms
Not enough data
8.9
309
Not enough data
8.8
293
Not enough data
8.6
283
API Management - API Platforms
Not enough data
9.0
296
Not enough data
8.4
289
Not enough data
8.6
285
Not enough data
8.9
295
Not enough data
8.3
280
Not enough data
8.1
188
Agentic AI - Software Testing
Not enough data
8.1
180
Not enough data
8.0
177
Not enough data
8.1
178
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
911
API Construction
Not enough data
9.5
852
Not enough data
8.7
729
Not enough data
8.7
668
Not enough data
8.7
377
API Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
773
Not enough data
8.9
741
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
650
Data Integration
Not enough data
8.8
684
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Kong Insomnia
Kong Insomnia
Postman
Postman
Kong Insomnia and Postman are categorized as API Development
Unique Categories
Kong Insomnia
Kong Insomnia has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Kong Insomnia
Kong Insomnia
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
40.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
26.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
33.3%
Postman
Postman
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
33.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
37.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
28.6%
Reviewers' Industry
Kong Insomnia
Kong Insomnia
Computer Software
33.3%
Banking
20.0%
Textiles
6.7%
Program Development
6.7%
Investment Banking
6.7%
Other
26.7%
Postman
Postman
Computer Software
35.2%
Information Technology and Services
30.8%
Financial Services
3.3%
Banking
2.0%
Telecommunications
1.9%
Other
26.8%
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Discussions
Kong Insomnia
Kong Insomnia Discussions
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Kong Insomnia has no discussions with answers
Postman
Postman Discussions
What is Postman used for?
8 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