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TypeSpec vs Stoplight: catalog facts
TypeSpec	Stoplight
Free Free and open source under the MIT licence.	Freemium A free plan is available to get started, with paid plans for larger teams.
Windows, Web, Command line	Web
Generates OpenAPI, JSON Schema and Protobuf from one definition Much shorter than equivalent OpenAPI YAML	Visual OpenAPI editor that needs little specialised knowledge Mock servers from the API description
Another language for the team to learn Generated output still needs review against your API conventions	Hosted service that requires an account Focused on teams and organisations rather than individual use
Downloadable app, Web application	Web application, Hosted service
Open source	Closed source
License: MIT	License not stated
No account needed	Account needed
Works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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