Compare Postman and Thunder Client 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (36.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (73.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
No pricing available
Postman
Star Rating
(1,733)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (36.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Browse all 4 pricing plansThunder Client
Star Rating
(15)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Postman excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to Thunder Client. Users appreciate its robust features for API testing and development, highlighting the ease of sending requests and testing different endpoints.
- Users say that Postman's interface is simple and intuitive, making it accessible even for beginners. One user noted, "I didn’t feel lost while using it," which contrasts with Thunder Client, where some users find the interface less comprehensive despite its user-friendly controls.
- Reviewers mention that Postman offers advanced scripting capabilities that elevate it beyond a basic client, allowing for complex request chaining and automation. This feature is particularly praised by users who value efficiency in their API workflows.
- According to verified reviews, Thunder Client shines in its integration with Visual Studio Code, allowing users to perform API testing directly within their development environment. One user highlighted the convenience of not needing to switch between applications for CRUD operations.
- G2 reviewers note that while Postman has a strong support system with a quality rating of 8.7, Thunder Client still provides adequate support, though slightly lower at 8.3. Users of both products appreciate the responsiveness of their respective support teams.
- Users highlight that Postman’s extensive documentation and community resources contribute to a smoother learning curve, while Thunder Client's performance is praised for its speed and optimization, making it a solid choice for users focused on quick API testing.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Postman
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
Thunder Client
No pricing availableFree Trial
Postman
Free Trial is available
Thunder Client
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.3
1,354
8.6
12
Ease of Use
9.2
1,372
9.2
12
Ease of Setup
9.3
618
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
9.0
189
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.7
1,124
8.3
10
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
161
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
1,312
7.1
12
Features by Category
API Management
8.8
131
Not enough data
9.1
133
Not enough data
8.7
131
Not enough data
8.8
125
Not enough data
Security Testing
8.6
124
Not enough data
9.4
129
Not enough data
9.5
135
Not enough data
Security Management
8.8
121
Not enough data
8.4
120
Not enough data
7.9
120
Not enough data
Development
9.5
562
Not enough data
8.7
499
Not enough data
8.7
478
Not enough data
8.8
496
Not enough data
Collaboration
8.8
504
Not enough data
8.8
488
Not enough data
8.9
499
Not enough data
Functionality
9.4
30
Not enough data
9.0
28
Not enough data
8.9
29
Not enough data
9.5
29
Not enough data
Usability
9.0
28
Not enough data
9.0
33
Not enough data
9.4
33
Not enough data
Customization - AI Agent Builders
8.9
17
Not enough data
8.6
17
Not enough data
8.9
17
Not enough data
Functionality - AI Agent Builders
8.6
16
Not enough data
8.6
16
Not enough data
8.3
16
Not enough data
8.5
16
Not enough data
Data and Analytics - AI Agent Builders
8.8
16
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
Integration - AI Agent Builders
8.9
17
Not enough data
9.0
17
Not enough data
9.0
16
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
Development - API Platforms
9.6
348
Not enough data
8.8
280
Not enough data
8.8
256
Not enough data
8.8
267
Not enough data
Collaboration - API Platforms
8.9
284
Not enough data
8.8
264
Not enough data
8.6
254
Not enough data
API Management - API Platforms
9.0
265
Not enough data
8.4
259
Not enough data
8.5
254
Not enough data
8.9
266
Not enough data
8.2
251
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Software Testing
8.1
167
Not enough data
8.0
163
Not enough data
8.1
164
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
API Construction
9.5
835
9.6
12
8.7
709
8.5
9
8.7
649
8.3
7
8.7
358
8.0
10
API Management
Feature Not Available
7.5
6
8.6
754
8.1
7
8.9
723
9.2
8
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
632
7.9
7
Data Integration
8.8
665
8.1
7
Feature Not Available
8.7
5
Feature Not Available
9.0
5
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Postman and Thunder Client are categorized as API Management
Unique Categories
Postman is categorized as Service Virtualization, API Platforms, API Development, API Security, Software Testing, Build Automation, and AI Agent Builders
Thunder Client has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Postman
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Thunder Client
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
35.3%
Information Technology and Services
30.3%
Financial Services
3.3%
Banking
2.0%
Internet
1.8%
Other
27.3%
Information Technology and Services
46.7%
Computer Software
20.0%
Human Resources
13.3%
Program Development
6.7%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
6.7%
Other
6.7%
Alternatives
Discussions
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
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
LP
There exists Postwoman as an alternative:
https://postwoman.ioRead more
Thunder Client has no discussions with answers
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