PactFlow
7.6#2 in contract testing toolsFrom $115.42 a monthFree planWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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Swagger Editor
6.2#21 in api design toolsFree planFree planWebSelf-hosted
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| Fact | PactFlow | Swagger Editor |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | PactFlow offers a fully managed service and an Enterprise on-premises deployment option. | Swagger Editor can be installed and run locally or accessed on the web. |
| Purpose | PactFlow is a managed Pact Broker that helps teams test integrations in distributed systems using contract testing. | Swagger Editor is an open-source editor for designing, describing, and documenting APIs. |
| Security controls | The security page states AES-256 encryption at rest, TLS 1.2 or newer, two-factor protection, least-privilege access and immutable audit logging. | SmartBear states that customer data is encrypted in transit and at rest and access is restricted by least privilege. |
PactFlow plans
- StarterFree
- Team yearly$115.42 a month
- Team (yearly billing)$115.42 a month
- Team monthly$127 a month
- Team (monthly billing)$127 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Swagger Editor plans
- Swagger Editor (open source)Free
- Swagger EnterprisePriced on request
Pick PactFlow if…
PactFlow suits development teams that need to check service contracts and connect those checks to source-control workflows. It also offers an on-premises option and dedicated support for Enterprise customers.
Pick Swagger Editor if…
It suits API developers who want an editor for OpenAPI, Swagger or AsyncAPI definitions and need local or browser access. Organizations coordinating API work across teams may consider the Enterprise offering.