Compare Postman and WSO2 API Platform

At a Glance
Postman
Postman
Star Rating
(1,733)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (36.7% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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WSO2 API Platform
WSO2 API Platform
Star Rating
(140)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (36.4% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Postman excels in user experience, particularly for beginners. Users appreciate its simple interface that makes it easy to send requests and test different endpoints without feeling overwhelmed, which is a significant advantage for those new to API development.
  • According to verified reviews, WSO2 API Manager shines in its unified lifecycle management capabilities, allowing users to manage APIs across various platforms like AWS and Azure. This feature is particularly beneficial for organizations looking for a comprehensive solution to streamline their API security and discovery processes.
  • Users say that Postman’s scripting capabilities elevate it beyond a basic client, enabling complex automation through features like the "Pre-request Script" and "Tests" tabs. This functionality allows developers to chain requests and capture tokens programmatically, enhancing their workflow significantly.
  • Reviewers mention that while WSO2 API Manager offers robust features, some users face challenges with its configuration and setup. This can lead to a steeper learning curve compared to Postman, which is often praised for its quick and intuitive setup process.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that Postman has a strong market presence, reflected in its high volume of recent reviews and overall satisfaction scores. This indicates a well-established user base that consistently finds value in its features, making it a reliable choice for API testing and development.
  • According to recent user feedback, WSO2 API Manager is recognized for its advancements in AI-powered agents for API creation, which help reduce workload and minimize human errors. This innovative approach adds significant value for teams looking to enhance their API development efficiency.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Postman
Free Plan
Free
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WSO2 API Platform
WSO2 API Manager
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Free Trial
Postman
Free Trial is available
WSO2 API Platform
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
1,356
8.9
114
Ease of Use
9.2
1,374
8.7
113
Ease of Setup
9.3
620
8.1
93
Ease of Admin
9.0
189
8.4
78
Quality of Support
8.7
1,126
8.5
110
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
161
8.9
78
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
1,314
9.6
109
Features by Category
8.7
166
Not enough data
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
8.9
618
8.5
73
Development
9.5
562
8.5
66
8.7
499
8.7
66
8.7
478
8.3
62
8.8
496
8.5
65
Collaboration
8.8
504
8.6
65
8.8
488
8.6
66
8.9
499
8.6
65
Service VirtualizationHide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
9.1
39
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
8.8
21
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
8.8
403
8.3
8
Development - API Platforms
9.6
349
8.1
8
8.8
280
8.1
8
8.8
256
8.3
8
8.8
267
8.3
8
Collaboration - API Platforms
8.9
284
8.3
8
8.8
264
8.3
8
8.6
254
7.9
8
API Management - API Platforms
9.0
265
8.3
8
8.4
259
9.2
8
8.5
254
8.8
8
8.9
267
8.1
8
8.2
251
7.5
8
8.1
188
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Traffic Management & Performance - AI Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Governance & Observability - AI Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
8.8
915
8.4
101
API Construction
9.5
836
8.5
88
8.7
709
8.6
87
8.7
649
8.3
83
8.7
358
8.9
87
API Management
Feature Not Available
8.8
88
8.6
754
8.1
89
8.9
723
8.3
87
Feature Not Available
7.4
70
8.5
632
8.9
90
Data Integration
8.8
665
8.6
82
Feature Not Available
8.3
81
Feature Not Available
7.7
76
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Postman
Postman
WSO2 API Platform
WSO2 API Platform
Postman and WSO2 API Platform are categorized as API Platforms, API Development, and API Management
Unique Categories
WSO2 API Platform
WSO2 API Platform is categorized as AI Gateways
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Postman
Postman
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
34.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
36.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
28.9%
WSO2 API Platform
WSO2 API Platform
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
36.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
34.9%
Reviewers' Industry
Postman
Postman
Computer Software
35.3%
Information Technology and Services
30.3%
Financial Services
3.3%
Banking
2.0%
Internet
1.8%
Other
27.3%
WSO2 API Platform
WSO2 API Platform
Computer Software
23.3%
Information Technology and Services
14.7%
Banking
13.2%
Telecommunications
11.6%
Government Administration
4.7%
Other
32.6%
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Discussions
Postman
Postman Discussions
What is Postman used for?
7 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
WSO2 API Platform
WSO2 API Platform Discussions
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
Monty the Mongoose crying
WSO2 API Platform has no more discussions with answers