Bruno
8.8#4 in api clientsFrom $6 a monthFree planAPIExtensionLinuxmacOS
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Thunder Client
7.5#15 in api clientsFrom $3 a monthFree planExtensionLinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Bruno | Thunder Client |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | The official 2025 recap says Bruno opened a new headquarters in Bangalore. | Ireland (EU) |
| Local storage | Collections, environments, and secrets are stored on the user’s device, and Bruno says it does not store user data in the cloud. | Requests and API client data are stored locally on the user's machine, with no cloud sync. |
| Paid from | 6 | 3 |
| Protocols | The API client supports REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and WebSocket APIs. | Paid plans include WebSocket, SSE, and gRPC support. |
Bruno plans
- Open SourceFree
- Pro$6 a month
- Ultimate$11 a month
Thunder Client plans
- FreeFree
- Starter$3 a month
- Business$7 a month
- Enterprise$16 a month
Pick Bruno if…
Bruno may suit developers who want API collections kept alongside project files and managed with Git. Its CLI, scripting, and CI/CD features may also fit API testing and automation workflows.
Pick Thunder Client if…
Thunder Client suits developers who want to work with REST APIs from within their IDE and keep request data locally. Teams can use Git-based collection collaboration, while paid plans add protocol support and CI/CD capabilities.