Both Mocky.io and Mock-API.net let you spin up mock APIs in seconds—but they serve very different needs. Mocky.io is the zero-friction, anonymous tool for one-off testing, while Mock-API.net is built for growing teams who need persistence, metrics, and (soon) collaboration.
Instant, Anonymous Mocks with Mocky.io
- No signup, no projects. Create a mock endpoint instantly via a simple form—no account required. Lose the URL and you lose the mock.
- Static responses only. JSON/XML bodies, custom status codes, headers—no scripting or dynamic logic.
- No analytics. Perfect for quick tests, demos, or throw-away responses, but not for long-term workflows.
Structured, Team-Ready Mocks with Mock-API.net
- Account & Dashboard. Sign up to manage all your mocks in one place, with persistent URLs you can revisit anytime.
- Project scaffolding. Organize mocks into named projects (coming soon) so nothing gets lost.
- API-call metrics. Track raw call counts and response times today; add alerting and rate-limits in future releases.
- Collaboration on the horizon. Team-invite and shared-project features are under development—get early access and shape the roadmap.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Mocky.io | Mock-API.net |
|---|---|---|
| Signup/Login | ❌ None | ✅ Required |
| Project Organization | ❌ Flat, 1-off mocks | 🔄 Multi-project (soon) |
| Team Invites | ❌ N/A | 🔄 Coming soon |
| Dynamic Templating | ❌ Static only | 🔄 Coming soon |
| API-call Metrics | ❌ None | ✅ Available today |
| Rate Limiting | ❌ Unlimited | ⚙ Planned for future |
| Persistence | ❌ Ephemeral URLs | ✅ Persistent dashboard |
| Pricing | 💰 Free & unlimited | 💰 Free tier + paid plans |
Which Tool Should You Use?
Quick, disposable tests → Mocky.io: Spin up a mock in seconds with zero setup.
Long-term projects & teams → Mock-API.net: Manage mocks, track usage, and prepare for collaboration.
Questions, feature ideas, or war stories?
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Published on Dev.to by Samir Adel, Freelance Business Analyst & Maker.