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Yaak

Desktop API client for REST, GraphQL, gRPC and WebSockets

Yaak is an open-source desktop API client from the original creator of Insomnia, supporting REST, GraphQL, gRPC, WebSockets and server-sent events.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Mac, Windows, Linux

Categories: APIs, Developer Tools

Yaak is an alternative to

Postman · Insomnia

Yaak compared with similar tools

Product	Price	Open source	Self-host	Platforms
Yaak	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
Insomnia	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
Hoppscotch	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Self-hosted
Bruno	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
HTTPie	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, Web
Mockoon	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
Gotify	Free	Yes	Yes	Self-hosted, Android, Web

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Questions

Is Yaak free?

Yaak is free to start, with paid plans.

Is Yaak open source?

Yes, Yaak is open source.

What platforms does Yaak run on?

Yaak is available for Mac, Windows, Linux.

What are some alternatives to Yaak?

Similar indie products include Insomnia, Hoppscotch, Bruno, HTTPie and 4 more.

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