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Compare Postman and Stoplight 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.1% of reviews)
Small-Business (48.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
No pricing available
Postman
Star Rating
(1,704)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansStoplight
Star Rating
(343)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (48.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about StoplightSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- According to verified reviews, Postman stands out for its exceptional user experience, with many users praising its intuitive interface that simplifies API testing and development. Reviewers highlight features like automated testing and the ability to organize APIs through collections and environments, making it easier to manage complex workflows.
- G2 reviewers report that Stoplight excels in API design and documentation, offering a unique graphical interface that is both user-friendly and accessible to developers of all skill levels. Users appreciate the ability to switch between code and graphical views seamlessly, enhancing their design process.
- Users say that Postman offers a significantly quicker implementation process, with many noting the straightforward onboarding experience. This ease of setup allows teams to start testing APIs almost immediately, which is a crucial advantage for fast-paced development environments.
- Reviewers mention that while Stoplight has a solid design management feature, it faces challenges in overall performance compared to Postman. Users have noted that while it is effective for design, it may not match Postman's capabilities in testing and debugging APIs.
- According to recent user feedback, Postman consistently receives high marks for its support quality, with users appreciating the responsive assistance and resources available. This level of support is a key factor for teams that rely on timely help during their development processes.
- G2 reviewers report that Stoplight is particularly favored by small businesses, as it provides a cost-effective solution for API design. However, its lower overall satisfaction scores suggest that it may not meet the needs of larger teams or those requiring more advanced testing features.
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
Stoplight
No pricing availableFree Trial
Postman
Free Trial is available
Stoplight
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
1,337
8.6
269
Ease of Use
9.1
1,353
8.5
271
Ease of Setup
9.3
599
8.8
143
Ease of Admin
9.0
185
8.5
144
Quality of Support
8.7
1,111
8.5
210
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
157
8.9
119
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
1,296
8.8
255
Features by Category
API Management
8.7
145
Not enough data
9.1
147
Not enough data
8.7
143
Not enough data
8.7
139
Not enough data
Security Testing
8.7
137
Not enough data
9.4
141
Not enough data
9.5
145
Not enough data
Security Management
8.8
135
Not enough data
8.4
133
Not enough data
7.9
133
Not enough data
Development
9.5
569
8.6
132
8.7
517
8.3
105
8.7
497
8.4
108
8.8
508
8.4
109
Collaboration
8.8
521
9.1
145
8.8
502
8.6
138
8.9
513
8.9
146
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
33
Not enough data
9.4
34
Not enough data
Customization
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
14
Not enough data
8.6
15
Organization
Not enough data
8.2
15
Not enough data
7.9
12
Not enough data
8.7
15
Customization - AI Agent Builders
8.5
17
Not enough data
8.2
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
9.5
338
Not enough data
8.9
299
Not enough data
8.7
283
Not enough data
8.8
289
Not enough data
Collaboration - API Platforms
8.8
298
Not enough data
8.8
289
Not enough data
8.6
280
Not enough data
API Management - API Platforms
9.0
290
Not enough data
8.4
284
Not enough data
8.5
278
Not enough data
8.9
287
Not enough data
8.3
276
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Software Testing
8.1
176
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
837
8.4
81
8.7
726
8.0
59
8.6
666
8.3
61
8.7
375
8.4
63
API Management
Feature Not Available
8.3
38
8.6
763
8.4
79
8.8
737
8.5
38
Feature Not Available
7.7
31
8.5
646
8.4
33
Data Integration
8.8
683
7.8
59
Feature Not Available
8.6
43
Feature Not Available
7.8
28
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Postman and Stoplight 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
Stoplight is categorized as API Documentation Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Postman
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Stoplight
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
35.0%
Information Technology and Services
30.8%
Financial Services
3.1%
Banking
2.0%
Telecommunications
1.9%
Other
27.2%
Information Technology and Services
24.6%
Computer Software
23.7%
Financial Services
9.3%
Internet
2.7%
Logistics and Supply Chain
2.4%
Other
37.2%
Alternatives
Discussions
What is Postman used for?
8 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
Is stoplight studio free?
2 Comments
VF
It has a free version but you have to pay for more members in your projectRead more
What is stoplight API?
2 Comments
AD
Stoplight is an API design, governance, and documentation platform. With Stoplight, you can develop quality APIs with collaborative API-first design.Read more
Would it be possible to have plugins in StopLight?
1 Comment
Official Response from Stoplight
Hey! What kind of plugins are you thinking? Read more
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