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Hurl vs httpYac: catalog facts
HurlhttpYac
Free

The open-source application is available without a license fee.

Free

Free to use.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line Command line
  • Request chaining with response assertions
  • Plain-text request files that fit in version control
  • REST, SOAP, GraphQL and gRPC in one tool
  • Authentication and test data must be configured for the target service.
  • No standalone graphical app; works through the CLI or VS Code
  • Scripting requires familiarity with Node.js
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: Apache-2.0 License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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