APXY is a local network proxy and debugging tool that captures, inspects, mocks, replays, and diffs HTTP/HTTPS traffic. It is built for developers and AI coding agents with a CLI-first workflow and an optional Web UI.

How is APXY different from Charles Proxy or mitmproxy?

APXY is purpose-built for the modern developer workflow including AI coding agents. It provides structured output (TOON format) that AI agents can reason over, a CLI-first API for scripting and automation, and first-class support for CI/CD, Docker, and headless environments. Unlike Charles Proxy, APXY requires no GUI and unlike mitmproxy, it includes API mocking with scripting and a built-in Web UI.

Does APXY work with AI coding agents like Claude Code and Cursor?

Yes. APXY has dedicated integrations for Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, and OpenAI Codex. It returns compact, structured network traffic so AI coding agents can reason over real HTTP requests and responses instead of screenshots or raw HAR files.

APXY has a free tier that lets you capture traffic and explore the Web UI with no account or credit card required. Paid one-time licenses (Pro at $59, Personal at $79) unlock unlimited traffic history, API diagnosis, scripting, breakpoints, network simulation, and multi-device access.

Does APXY work in CI/CD pipelines and Docker?

Yes. APXY runs headlessly and works in local development, CI pipelines, SSH sessions, Docker containers, and background scripts. The core CLI workflow stays the same across all environments.

What operating systems does APXY support?

APXY supports macOS, Linux, and Windows.

APXY vs Proxyman

Balanced verdict

Choose Proxyman if you work exclusively on macOS, debug iOS devices frequently, and want the most polished native GUI proxy experience. Choose APXY if you need cross-platform support, a CLI-first workflow, headless operation in CI or Docker, or structured output for AI coding agents.

Editorial take

Proxyman is genuinely well-designed for what it does: beautiful native macOS UI, great for inspecting iOS traffic, and a comfortable manual inspection workflow for developers on Apple devices. APXY takes a different angle. It is built to run anywhere — Linux, CI, Docker, SSH — and to produce structured traffic evidence that humans and AI coding agents can both act on. If you only debug on a Mac and want a polished GUI, Proxyman is a real option. If your workflow goes anywhere near a terminal, a server, or an AI agent, APXY is the stronger fit.

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Best for Proxyman

Native macOS + iOS debugging

Best for APXY

Cross-platform + CLI + AI agents

Biggest difference

Platform reach and headless support

Comparison Matrix

How APXY compares to Proxyman

This is the fastest way to understand the tradeoff. The competitor still has real strengths, but APXY pulls ahead when the debugging workflow needs to be reusable, shareable, and easier to operationalize across a team.

Criterion	APXY	Proxyman	Take
Platform support	macOS, Linux, and Windows — same CLI workflow across all.	macOS and iOS only. No Linux or Windows support.	APXY edge
Headless / CI operation	Runs headlessly in Docker, GitHub Actions, and SSH sessions with no GUI required.	Requires a macOS GUI environment. Not designed for headless or CI use.	APXY edge
Native macOS UI	Web UI is clean and functional, accessed in the browser.	Excellent native macOS app — a genuine differentiator for Mac-focused teams.	Competitor edge
iOS device debugging	Supports SSL interception for general device traffic via proxy config.	First-class iOS device proxy support — a strong advantage for mobile teams.	Competitor edge
AI coding agent support	TOON format returns compact, structured traffic data agents can reason over directly.	No structured output for AI agents. Requires manual export and translation.	APXY edge
Request replay and diff	Core part of the workflow: replay a request after a fix and diff the before/after.	Less central — the workflow is oriented around manual inspection rather than validation.	APXY edge
Pricing	Free tier available. Pro is $59 one-time. No subscription required.	Subscription-based pricing. No permanent free tier for full usage.	APXY edge
CLI scripting	CLI-first with full scriptable commands for capture, filter, mock, replay, and export.	JavaScript scripting inside the app, but not a CLI-first product.	APXY edge

Choose APXY If

You want the debugging loop to be repeatable

APXY runs on macOS, Linux, and Windows — not just Mac.
CLI-first design means APXY works headlessly in CI, Docker, and SSH sessions.
Structured TOON output lets AI coding agents like Claude Code and Cursor reason over real traffic evidence.

Choose Proxyman If

The workflow is narrower and more specialized

Native macOS app with an exceptionally polished UI.
Best-in-class for intercepting iOS device traffic via network proxy setup.
Good fit for Mac-only teams that prioritize a high-quality visual inspection experience.

Section 1

Proxyman is the right call for Mac-first teams debugging iOS

Proxyman earned its reputation by doing something specific extremely well: providing macOS developers with a native, polished proxy experience. The app is well-crafted, the iOS device interception setup is straightforward, and the UI is genuinely one of the better manual inspection experiences on the platform.

If your team works exclusively on Macs and your debugging use case is largely about inspecting traffic from iOS apps or web views, Proxyman is a serious product that deserves consideration. It would be misleading to say APXY beats it on every dimension — for that specific macOS and iOS workflow, Proxyman is purpose-built and it shows.

Best native macOS proxy experience available

Strong iOS device traffic interception

Good fit for mobile-focused product teams on Apple hardware

Section 2

APXY is stronger when the workflow leaves the Mac desktop

The moment your debugging workflow needs to run on Linux, inside a Docker container, in GitHub Actions, or alongside an AI coding agent, Proxyman's advantages disappear and APXY's become decisive. Proxyman requires a macOS GUI environment. APXY was designed from the start to work headlessly, across platforms, and in the same way whether the developer is at a terminal on a Mac or a server in CI.

That distinction matters more than it used to. Modern engineering workflows increasingly run debugging steps in automated environments, and AI coding agents like Claude Code and Cursor need structured traffic data they can reason about — not screenshots or manual inspection flows. APXY is built for that loop.

Works on Linux and Windows with the same CLI and Web UI

Runs headlessly in CI, Docker, and SSH — no GUI required

Structured TOON output makes traffic readable by AI coding agents

Section 3

Replay, diff, and one-time pricing complete the case for APXY

Beyond platform reach, APXY also covers the post-capture debugging loop more completely. Replaying a request after a fix, diffing the before and after response, and exporting structured artifacts for code review or team handoff are first-class features in APXY. In Proxyman, the workflow ends closer to inspection.

On pricing, APXY's $59 one-time Pro license is a meaningful contrast to Proxyman's subscription model. For individual developers and small teams who want to buy a tool once and keep it, APXY's model is simpler and often cheaper over two or more years.

Migration Path

How to move without breaking the current workflow

1.Install APXY alongside Proxyman — they can run on the same machine during evaluation.
2.Use APXY first for workflows that touch CI, Linux, or AI coding agents.
3.Adopt APXY as the primary proxy for replay, diff, and cross-platform debugging.
4.Keep Proxyman only if iOS device-specific interception remains a frequent need.

Final decision lens

Use this checklist to decide faster

Choose Proxyman if you debug iOS devices daily and the native macOS experience is the priority.

Choose APXY if any part of your workflow runs on Linux, in CI, or in Docker.

Choose APXY if you use AI coding agents like Claude Code, Cursor, or Codex.

Choose APXY if replay, diff, and reusable debugging artifacts matter to your team.

Choose APXY if you want a one-time license instead of a subscription.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about APXY vs Proxyman

Is APXY available on macOS like Proxyman?

Yes. APXY runs on macOS, Linux, and Windows. It uses a CLI and browser-based Web UI rather than a native macOS app, which means the same workflow runs identically across all platforms.

Can APXY intercept iOS traffic like Proxyman?

APXY supports SSL interception via a local proxy configuration, which can capture iOS device traffic when the device is configured to route through the proxy. Proxyman has a more streamlined iOS setup experience, so it remains stronger for teams whose primary use case is iOS device debugging.

Why would I choose APXY over Proxyman if both run on Mac?

APXY gives you a CLI-first workflow, headless operation for CI and Docker, structured output for AI coding agents, request replay and diff, and a one-time license. If you need any of those, APXY is the better fit even on macOS.

Does APXY have a free tier like a trial?

Yes. APXY has a permanent free tier with no account or credit card required — 200 traffic records, 3 active mock rules, and core CLI commands. You can evaluate it fully before deciding to upgrade.

How does APXY pricing compare to Proxyman?

APXY Pro is a $59 one-time license per device with one year of updates. Proxyman uses a subscription model. Over two or more years, APXY is typically cheaper for individual developers.