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Loader.io

Loader.io

Cloud Load Testing Freemium Cloud

Frequently asked

Is it open source?

Loader.io is listed as freemium.

What protocols does it support?

Loader.io supports HTTP, HTTPS.

Is it cloud or self-hosted?

Loader.io is listed as cloud.

Is it still maintained?

Loader.io is listed as active.

Loader.io runs short-lived HTTP load tests from the cloud and provides basic result charts. It is designed for quick endpoint and application checks.

About

Loader.io is a cloud-based load testing service that enables users to stress test web applications and APIs by simulating thousands of concurrent connections. It provides both a web interface and an API for registering and running tests.

Features

  • Cloud-based load testing
  • Stress test web apps and APIs with thousands of concurrent connections
  • Real-time monitoring and results sharing
  • Web interface and API for test management
  • Advanced analytics (paid plans) including response time and bandwidth histograms
  • Concurrent tests (paid plans)
  • DNS Verification (paid plans)
  • Team features (paid plans)

Pricing

Loader.io offers a free plan and a Pro subscription plan starting at $99.95/month. Add-ons are available for extending test duration at $25 per 10-minute increment. Pro plans are billed month-to-month.

Author / Company

SendGrid, Inc.

GROUNDED VIA EXA · 2026-08-11

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