RequestBin AlternativeModern webhook testing for developers
The RequestBin alternative
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RequestBin is deprecated. Hooklistener picks up where it left off—with persistent history, one-click replay, localhost tunnels, and features built for modern webhook development.
No signup required
Generate a webhook URL instantly
14-day history
Free tier with full replay support
Localhost tunnels
Built-in CLI, no ngrok needed
Why switch from RequestBin?
RequestBin served developers well, but the landscape has changed. Here's why teams are choosing Hooklistener.
RequestBin is deprecated
The original RequestBin by Runscope was discontinued. While clones exist, they lack modern features developers need for webhook development.
Replay requests instantly
Captured a webhook but your handler crashed? Replay it with one click. No need to trigger the event again from the source.
Test locally with tunnels
Hooklistener's CLI creates secure tunnels to your localhost. Receive production webhooks on your dev machine without deploying.
Production-ready security
Signature verification helpers, masked secrets, audit trails, and compliance-ready infrastructure. Not just a debugging toy.
Hooklistener vs RequestBin
Feature-by-feature comparison for webhook testing
| Feature | Hooklistener | RequestBin |
|---|---|---|
| Request history & retention | 14-day retention on free tier, searchable history, export to JSON | Temporary bins that expire, no persistent storage |
| Localhost tunnels | Built-in CLI tunnels to forward webhooks to localhost for development | No tunnel support—requires separate tool like ngrok |
| Replay & forwarding | One-click replay to any URL, multi-destination forwarding with transformations | No replay functionality, single destination only |
| Request inspection | Prettified JSON, headers, query params, body diffing, tagging, and filtering | Basic raw payload view |
| Failure alerts & monitoring | Slack/email alerts on failures, automatic retries with backoff | No alerting or retry capabilities |
| Team collaboration | Shared inboxes, role-based access, audit logs | Single-user bins, no collaboration features |
| CLI & API access | Full CLI for tunnels, automation, and CI/CD integration | Web-only interface |
| Active development | Actively maintained with regular updates and new features | Original RequestBin deprecated, alternatives vary in maintenance |
What developers use Hooklistener for
From payment integrations to CI/CD pipelines, Hooklistener handles it all.
Stripe & payment webhooks
Capture payment events, inspect signatures, and test your handler without making real transactions.
GitHub & CI/CD webhooks
Debug push events, PR webhooks, and deployment notifications during development.
Third-party integrations
Test webhooks from Shopify, Twilio, SendGrid, Slack, and hundreds of other services.
API development
Inspect outgoing requests from your app, debug callbacks, and validate payload formats.
Get started in 30 seconds
Create an inbox
Generate a webhook URL instantly—no signup required for basic use.
Send webhooks
Point Stripe, GitHub, or any service to your Hooklistener URL.
Inspect & replay
View requests in real-time, then replay them to localhost or any endpoint.
Frequently asked questions
What happened to the original RequestBin?
RequestBin was originally created by Runscope and later deprecated when Runscope was acquired. While community forks exist, they often lack maintenance and modern features. Hooklistener is a purpose-built alternative with active development.
Is Hooklistener free?
Yes. The free plan includes webhook inboxes, 14-day history retention, replay, localhost tunnels, and basic collaboration. Upgrade to Pro for extended retention, advanced routing, and priority support.
Can I use Hooklistener for localhost development?
Absolutely. The Hooklistener CLI creates secure tunnels that forward webhooks to your local machine. Run 'hooklistener tunnel --port 3000' and receive webhooks on localhost without exposing your machine to the internet.
How does replay work?
Every webhook captured by Hooklistener is stored with full headers and body. Click 'Replay' to resend the exact request to any URL—your localhost, staging, or production. Perfect for debugging without re-triggering events.
Is Hooklistener suitable for production use?
Yes. Unlike temporary bins, Hooklistener is built for production workflows with persistent storage, monitoring, alerts, signature verification, and team collaboration. Many teams use it for both development and production webhook routing.
Can I migrate my existing webhook URLs?
Yes. Create a Hooklistener inbox, update your webhook URLs in Stripe/GitHub/etc., and you're done. Hooklistener can also forward webhooks to your existing endpoints, so you can migrate gradually.
Ready to replace RequestBin?
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