Capture and inspect
RequestBin vs HookDeploy — which is right for you?
RequestBin pioneered public request bins. HookDeploy builds on the same idea with persistent endpoints, team access, forwarding, replay, and a full REST API — built for developers who outgrew disposable bins.
Decision brief
RequestBin popularized the request bin concept and remains a quick way to capture HTTP traffic inside Pipedream's ecosystem. HookDeploy is a maintained, team-ready alternative with forwarding, replay, API access, and organization-scoped history — a better fit when request bins become part of your daily integration workflow.
Strengths at a glance
HookDeploy
- Actively maintained with team features and role-based access
- Auto-forward and one-click replay
- REST API for CI/CD integration
- Configurable retention per plan (7–365 days)
- Organization-scoped endpoints with audit logging
RequestBin
- Simple, well-known concept — create a bin, get a URL
- Pipedream-owned with integration into broader automation workflows
- Familiar to developers who have used request bins for years
- Works for any HTTP request, not just webhooks
Best-fit workloads
Choose HookDeploy when
- You need a request bin that persists and supports multiple team members
- You want to forward captured requests to your dev server automatically
- You need API access to create bins programmatically in tests
- You want replay without re-triggering the original sender
- You are migrating from disposable bins to an account-backed workflow
Choose RequestBin when
- You want a quick public bin with minimal setup via Pipedream's ecosystem
- You are already using Pipedream workflows and want native integration
- You need a disposable bin for a one-time HTTP capture demo
Feature comparison
Plan qualifiers and linked cells cite first-party competitor documentation where available.
Instant public URL
HookDeploy
✓
RequestBin
Persistent endpoints
RequestBin bins are typically short-lived; HookDeploy URLs persist per account
HookDeploy
✓
RequestBin
Request inspection
HookDeploy
✓
RequestBin
Team collaboration
HookDeploy
✓
RequestBin
✗
Auto-forwarding
HookDeploy
✓
RequestBin
✗
Replay
HookDeploy
✓
RequestBin
✗
REST API
RequestBin capture is workflow-centric; HookDeploy has dedicated endpoint APIs
HookDeploy
✓
RequestBin
Workflow automation integration
HookDeploy
✓ Zapier, Make, n8n (beta)
RequestBin
Free tier
HookDeploy
✓
RequestBin
| Feature | HookDeploy | RequestBin |
|---|---|---|
| Instant public URL | ✓ | ✓ |
| Persistent endpoints RequestBin bins are typically short-lived; HookDeploy URLs persist per account | ✓ | Partial |
| Request inspection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Team collaboration | ✓ | ✗ |
| Auto-forwarding | ✓ | ✗ |
| Replay | ✓ | ✗ |
| REST API RequestBin capture is workflow-centric; HookDeploy has dedicated endpoint APIs | ✓ | Partial |
| Workflow automation integration | ✓ Zapier, Make, n8n (beta) | ✓ Native Pipedream workflows |
| Free tier | ✓ | ✓ |
Sources
- RequestBin (Pipedream) — Public bin creation and capture UX
- Pipedream RequestBin docs — HTTP trigger and RequestBin integration context
- HookDeploy API overview — Programmatic endpoint and request management
Coming from RequestBin? Here's how to switch.
- Sign up at app.hookdeploy.dev and create an organization
- Create an endpoint — your URL is https://hookdeploy.dev/h/{slug} and persists in your account
- Replace your RequestBin URL in the sender's dashboard with the HookDeploy URL
- Send a test request and confirm it appears in the HookDeploy dashboard
- Invite teammates who need shared access to the same capture history
Common questions
Is HookDeploy related to RequestBin?
No. HookDeploy is an independent product inspired by the same request bin pattern — public URL, capture requests, inspect payloads — with modern team and API features.
What happened to the original RequestBin?
The original RequestBin service changed ownership and availability over the years. Pipedream now operates requestbin.com with a different feature set focused on their automation platform.
Can I migrate from RequestBin without losing my workflow?
Yes. Create a HookDeploy endpoint, update your sender URL, and optionally add forward destinations to keep delivering to your existing handler. Replay lets you re-test without re-firing the original event.
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