Question 1

Is Postcat still maintained or updated?

Accepted Answer

No, Postcat has entered pause maintenance, meaning no new features, updates, or security patches will be provided. The README explicitly advises users to consider migrating to alternatives like Apikit.com.

Question 2

Postcat vs Postman: which is better?

Accepted Answer

Postcat is open-source and free, while Postman is a commercial tool with more features and active support. However, Postcat's development is paused, making Postman more reliable for ongoing projects requiring updates and community support.

Question 3

Can I use Postcat for GraphQL APIs?

Accepted Answer

Not currently; Postcat only supports REST and Websocket out-of-the-box. GraphQL support was planned but is unlikely to be added due to the maintenance pause, so you'd need to look for other tools.

Question 4

How to install Postcat on Linux?

Accepted Answer

You can download Postcat for Linux from the official website postcat.com, or build it from source using Node.js and yarn as per the development instructions in the README, though this requires technical setup.

Question 5

How to create a mock server in Postcat?

Accepted Answer

Postcat includes a built-in mock server feature; you can generate mock responses for API endpoints within the platform by using the mock tools highlighted in the key features section.

Question 6

What are good alternatives to Postcat?

Accepted Answer

Alternatives include Apikit.com (recommended in the README), Postman, Insomnia, and open-source options like Hoppscotch. Choose based on your need for active development, protocol support, and team features.

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