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Scalar

Open-source API reference docs and API client

Scalar renders interactive OpenAPI references and includes an offline-first API client, plus hosted docs.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Web, Mac, Windows, Linux

Categories: Developer Tools

Scalar is an alternative to

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Insomnia	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
Mockoon	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
Bruno	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
Yaak	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux

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Questions

Is Scalar free?

Scalar is free to start, with paid plans.

Is Scalar open source?

Yes, Scalar is open source.

What platforms does Scalar run on?

Scalar is available for Web, Mac, Windows, Linux.

What are some alternatives to Scalar?

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