# Bruno: Free Open Source Alternative to Apidog, Kreya, Testfully

Canonical: https://caniforkit.com/fork/bruno
Last updated: 2026-11-07

Bruno (Open Source, Open Source) replaces Apidog, Kreya, Testfully. A modern, user-friendly API client that simplifies API testing and development with a clean interface and powerful features.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: Bruno
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://usebruno.com
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/usebruno/bruno
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 48.3k
- **Runs On**: Local
- **Maintenance Status**: nov 2026
- **Platforms**: desktop, cross-platform, one-click install
- **Data Storage**: All application data lives locally on your own machine.
- **Installation**: Clone https://github.com/usebruno/bruno or deploy with Docker Compose
- **Setup Requirements**: Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
- **The Catch / Limitation**: Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

## Paid SaaS Applications Replaced (3)
Replacing these paid tools with Bruno saves up to $75/mo ($900/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Apidog](https://caniforkit.com/apidog) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Apidog vs Bruno](https://caniforkit.com/vs/apidog-vs-bruno) |
| [Kreya](https://caniforkit.com/kreya) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Kreya vs Bruno](https://caniforkit.com/vs/kreya-vs-bruno) |
| [Testfully](https://caniforkit.com/testfully) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Testfully vs Bruno](https://caniforkit.com/vs/testfully-vs-bruno) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is Bruno free and open source?
Bruno is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. A modern, user-friendly API client that simplifies API testing and development with a clean interface and powerful features.

### What is the trade-off or limitation of using Bruno?
Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

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