advancedrestclient
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Description:
API testing tool
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 17.0.9@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: api rest testing http-client developer-tools
Install: brew install --cask advancedrestclient
About:
Advanced REST Client (ARC) is a comprehensive desktop application designed for testing and debugging HTTP/REST APIs. It provides a robust interface for crafting requests, inspecting responses, and managing API workflows. The tool supports various authentication methods and allows for detailed analysis of API performance and data exchange.
Key Features:
  • Advanced request editing with support for multiple methods and headers
  • Interactive response viewing with syntax highlighting and formatting
  • Support for OAuth 1.0 and 2.0 authentication flows
  • API project and history management
Use Cases:
  • Debugging RESTful APIs during development
  • Automating API testing scenarios
  • Inspecting third-party API responses
Alternatives:
  • Postman – Postman offers more extensive collaboration and cloud synchronization features.
  • Insomnia – Insomnia provides a cleaner, more minimalist interface for core API testing.
Version History
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Aug 5, 2025 2:15pm 17.0.9 0 VERSION_BUMP 2b195a96
Jul 9, 2024 10:40am 17.0.9 0 VERSION_BUMP 6f1b6506