Postman Reviews & Product Details

Postman’s environment variables and collection runner are indispensable for backend development. I specifically appreciate how easily I can switch between local, staging, and production environments without changing the request body. The ability to write Pre-request and Test scripts in JavaScript allows me to automate authentication flows (like capturing a JWT and setting it as a global variable), which saves hours during recursive domain testing Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The desktop application can become quite resource-heavy (RAM consumption) when working with massive collections or multiple workspaces open. Additionally, the transition from the 'Scratchpad' to the forced Cloud Sync can be a hurdle for developers working on strictly local or offline environments, though the collaboration features partially make up for it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like most about Postman is how it brings everything related to API development into one place. Creating, testing, and documenting APIs is very intuitive, and the UI makes it easy to quickly inspect requests, responses, headers, and errors. Features like environments, collections, and pre-request/test scripts save a lot of time when working across multiple APIs or stages (dev, staging, prod). It’s especially useful for collaboration, as teams can share collections and stay aligned without extra setup. Overall, it significantly improves productivity and confidence while working with APIs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One minor downside is that some advanced features can feel overwhelming for new users, especially when first exploring environments, scripting, or collaboration tools. The desktop app can also be a bit heavy on resources when working with very large collections. That said, these are small trade-offs considering how powerful and feature-rich Postman is, and the learning curve pays off quickly once you start using it regularly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Postman makes API development feel simple and efficient. The interface is clean and intuitive, so it’s easy to create, test, and manage APIs without a steep learning curve. Features such as collections, environments, variables, and pre-request scripts help streamline my workflow and cut down on repetitive tasks. I also really appreciate how straightforward it is to collaborate with teammates by sharing collections and documentation, which keeps everyone aligned. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Postman is a powerful tool, but it can feel resource-heavy when I’m working with large collections or juggling multiple workspaces. I also find it limiting that some of the more advanced collaboration and monitoring features are locked behind paid plans, which isn’t always ideal for small teams or individual developers. On top of that, I occasionally run into sync issues between cloud and local workspaces, and those hiccups can be pretty frustrating. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Postman makes working with APIs much easier and more organized. I like how simple it is to create, test, and debug API requests in one place. Features like collections, environments, and variables help manage complex APIs efficiently. It’s also very useful for collaboration, as teams can share collections and documentation easily, which speeds up development and testing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As the tool has grown, it can sometimes feel a bit heavy, especially for simple API testing needs. Some advanced features have a learning curve for new users. Additionally, certain useful features are limited to paid plans, which may not be ideal for small teams or individual developers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The scripting capabilities within the "Pre-request Script" and "Tests" tabs are what truly elevate Postman from a simple client to a full automation suite. I love how I can chain complex requests by programmatically capturing tokens from one response and passing them into the headers of the next. It makes multi-step API workflows, like authenticated user journeys, completely effortless to verify. The environment variable toggling is also incredibly smooth, allowing me to flip from local dev to production with a single click. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The desktop application has become increasingly resource-heavy over the years, sometimes leading to noticeable lag when working with large collections or long JSON responses. I also find the interface occasionally cluttered with "cloud" features and team collaboration prompts that I don't always need for quick local debugging. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

First, I want to talk about the Postman interface. It’s very easy to use for API testing and development, and I mostly use it for client-side testing. With support for multiple methods like GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE, I can work smoothly and test different requests without any hassle. Another helpful feature is the ability to create Collections, which makes it easier to organize APIs in a clear, structured way. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The main issue is that the free version offers only limited access to the advanced features. There’s also a learning curve, especially when it comes to more complex scripting and automation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I love Postman for its intuitive interface, which makes it quick to create and send requests without confusion. The organized collections help me group and reuse requests, keeping projects structured. I appreciate the powerful features like environment variables, automated tests, and response visualization, which save time and enhance my workflow. Being able to switch between setups easily with environment variables reduces manual changes and errors. Automated tests and response visualization allow me to validate APIs quickly, catch issues early, and understand data more effectively. The initial setup was very easy, facilitating a smooth transition from manual API testing and basic HTTP clients. Postman allows me to test endpoints quickly in one place, catch errors early, and debug responses easily while ensuring APIs work correctly. It also helps me validate endpoints quickly, automate tests, and collaborate easily with my team. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One thing that could be improved in Postman is its caching behavior. Sometimes, responses or environment changes don't update immediately, and I have to restart Postman to get successful runs, which can interrupt workflow and slow down testing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use Postman for keeping our API documented as a collection. I like that it's very easy to be onboarded, and we can import and export collections and fork them. I appreciate the real-time update feature because if my teammate updates the API, it reflects on my system, so I don't use outdated changes. Postman has more features, and many things can be easily configured, which made us switch from Swagger. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Initially for the first-time user, it's a little tricky to be onboarded. As a new user, I want to know exactly how to add API or collections, or how import and export work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like how simple yet powerful Postman is, with its user-friendly interface that makes testing APIs easy without extra code. The advanced features like collections, environments, and automated tests are great. I especially like how it clearly displays request and response details, making debugging faster and more efficient. It boosts productivity with quick iterations, easy request reuse, and smooth team collaboration, turning API testing into a structured and time-saving process. The initial setup was very easy, with an intuitive interface that made it simple to start testing APIs immediately. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While Postman is very powerful, there are a few areas that could be improved. For larger projects, collections can sometimes become complex and harder to maintain without strict naming conventions. The interface, although feature-rich, can feel a bit heavy or overwhelming for beginners. Another challenge is performance at times—Postman can be slow when working with very large collections or when syncing data. Also, some advanced features like collaboration controls, monitoring, and automation are tied to paid plans, which can be limiting. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like most is how quickly I can go from an idea to a real request and a runnable test suite. The app feels straightforward: I open a collection, choose an environment, and I’m immediately running calls without a bunch of setup. I use it a few times a week, and it never feels like a chore to get going. The layout is intuitive, and the console makes debugging a bad request a lot less painful. Collections keep my projects organized, and the runner lets me kick off an entire flow when I need to verify a change end to end. It sounds simple, but that smooth start is what keeps me coming back.

The biggest game changer for me has been scripting. Pre-request scripts and the Tests tab make it easy to chain calls, pull a token from one response, store it, and feed it into the next request without manual copy-paste. I can extract values from JSON, set environment or collection variables, and parameterize inputs so the same suite runs cleanly across dev and staging. That saves a ton of time and cuts down on avoidable mistakes. Environments are a lifesaver too: I can switch context and all my base URLs, keys, and flags flip over, so I’m not hunting for hidden settings. After you’ve done it a couple of times, it feels natural—even if you’re not a heavy coder.

On the integration side, it fits well into how teams work. Shared collections and workspaces keep everyone aligned, and generated docs from a collection make handoffs to teammates or clients much smoother. I also like that I can export and run the same tests from the command line through our pipeline, so what passes on my desk is the same thing that runs in automation later. Mock servers and examples help me test front-end flows when a backend is still being wired up, which means I’m not blocked waiting on another team. The learning curve is gentle; the docs and community answers have been enough whenever I’ve gotten stuck, and the updates over time have felt practical rather than gimmicky. Overall, it reduces friction in my week, helps me automate the boring parts, and keeps my API work clean and consistent without wrestling with the tool. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like Postman a lot, but a few things still slow me down. The app can feel heavy when collections get large or responses are big; tabs pile up, and the runner starts to drag. At times, search or the console gets flaky, and I end up restarting just to clear whatever state it seems to get stuck in. Updates are frequent, which I appreciate, but every so often they shuffle things around and I lose a bit of muscle memory. The first day after an update, I’m hunting for simple actions that used to be right where I expected them.

Integrations have a couple of rough edges too. The split between the older command-line route and the newer one can be confusing, and the newer option often needs extra setup and auth that doesn’t always play nicely behind corporate proxies. Some extensions also make the app sluggish, so I keep my setup lean, but that comes at the cost of convenience. Support-wise, the docs are generally helpful, but when I hit a weird bug, the answers are hit or miss and it can take a while to track down a workable workaround. None of these are deal breakers for me since I use it a few times a week, but they’re the parts I like least—and where I feel the time loss most. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.