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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (37.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (36.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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Postman
Star Rating
(1,637)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (37.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(138)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (36.2% of reviews)
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Entry-Level Pricing
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Learn more about WSO2 API ManagerSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that WSO2 API Manager excels in Traffic Control with a score of 9.2, allowing for effective management of API traffic, while Postman scores lower at 8.3. Reviewers mention that this feature is crucial for businesses needing to ensure API performance during peak usage times.
- Reviewers mention that Postman shines in API Testing, achieving a score of 9.5 compared to WSO2 API Manager's 8.5. Users on G2 highlight Postman's user-friendly interface and robust testing capabilities, making it a preferred choice for developers focused on API quality assurance.
- Users say that WSO2 API Manager offers strong Gateway functionality with a score of 8.8, which is beneficial for organizations looking to manage API requests efficiently. In contrast, Postman scores 8.6, indicating that while it has good capabilities, it may not be as comprehensive in this area.
- Reviewers mention that both products have similar Data Security scores of 8.6, but users report that WSO2 API Manager provides more extensive security features, which is a significant consideration for enterprises handling sensitive data.
- G2 users highlight that Postman has a better Ease of Setup score of 9.3 compared to WSO2 API Manager's 8.1. Users report that Postman's straightforward onboarding process makes it easier for teams to get started quickly, which is a critical factor for smaller businesses.
- Users report that WSO2 API Manager has a higher Product Direction score of 9.6, indicating strong future development and support, while Postman scores 9.1. Reviewers mention that this gives WSO2 users confidence in the longevity and evolution of the product.
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
WSO2 API Manager
WSO2 API Manager
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- Subscribe to WSO2’s enterprise-grade support for expert assistance every step of the way
- Access WSO2 updates for proactive security fixes and security updates, product improvements, bug fixes, and performance enhancements.
- 24 x 7 x 365 incident support to keep you running smoothly.
Free Trial
Postman
Free Trial is available
WSO2 API Manager
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
1,290
8.9
112
Ease of Use
9.1
1,305
8.7
111
Ease of Setup
9.3
551
8.1
91
Ease of Admin
8.9
180
8.4
77
Quality of Support
8.7
1,072
8.5
108
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
152
8.9
77
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
1,250
9.6
107
Features by Category
API Management
8.8
147
Not enough data
9.1
149
Not enough data
8.7
145
Not enough data
8.7
141
Not enough data
Security Testing
8.7
140
Not enough data
9.4
143
Not enough data
9.5
146
Not enough data
Security Management
8.8
137
Not enough data
8.4
135
Not enough data
8.0
135
Not enough data
Development
9.5
559
8.5
66
8.8
514
8.7
66
8.7
494
8.3
62
8.8
508
8.5
65
Collaboration
8.8
521
8.6
65
8.8
498
8.6
66
8.9
511
8.6
65
Functionality
9.4
31
Not enough data
9.1
29
Not enough data
8.9
30
Not enough data
9.6
30
Not enough data
Usability
9.1
29
Not enough data
9.0
31
Not enough data
9.5
33
Not enough data
Customization - AI Agent Builders
8.6
17
Not enough data
8.4
17
Not enough data
8.4
17
Not enough data
Functionality - AI Agent Builders
8.2
16
Not enough data
8.1
16
Not enough data
7.8
16
Not enough data
8.0
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
8.6
17
Not enough data
8.9
17
Not enough data
8.9
16
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
Development - API Platforms
9.4
298
8.1
8
9.0
288
8.1
8
8.7
280
8.3
8
8.8
283
8.3
8
Collaboration - API Platforms
8.8
283
8.3
8
8.7
282
8.3
8
8.6
276
7.9
8
API Management - API Platforms
9.0
285
8.3
8
8.4
281
9.2
8
8.5
275
8.8
8
8.9
279
8.1
8
8.3
272
7.5
8
Agentic AI - Software Testing
8.1
175
Not enough data
8.0
175
Not enough data
8.2
176
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
822
8.5
87
8.7
725
8.6
86
8.6
668
8.3
83
8.8
374
8.9
86
API Management
Feature Not Available
8.8
88
8.6
760
8.1
88
8.9
738
8.3
86
Feature Not Available
7.4
70
8.5
647
8.8
89
Data Integration
8.8
680
8.6
82
Feature Not Available
8.3
81
Feature Not Available
7.7
76
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Postman and WSO2 API Manager are categorized as API Platforms, API Development, and API Management
Unique Categories
Postman is categorized as Service Virtualization, API Security, Software Testing, Build Automation, and AI Agent Builders
WSO2 API Manager has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Postman
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
WSO2 API Manager
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
35.1%
Information Technology and Services
30.6%
Financial Services
3.2%
Banking
2.0%
Internet
1.9%
Other
27.2%
Computer Software
22.8%
Information Technology and Services
15.0%
Banking
13.4%
Telecommunications
11.8%
Government Administration
4.7%
Other
32.3%
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Discussions
What is Postman used for?
6 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
What is wso2 API Manager?
1 Comment
MN
it's a platform to design, publish APIs, enforcing policies, controlling access to the APIs, and analyzing usage of the APIs.Read more
WSO2 API Manager has no more discussions with answers
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