Zuplo
Zuplo: An affordable hosted portal with OpenAPI docs, API tools, and flexible deployment options. Ranked #17 of 35 in API Developer Portal Software by our editors (7.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for small teams wanting an affordable hosted portal.
At a glance
- Editor score7.7 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forSmall teams wanting an affordable hosted portal
- Free planYes
- Paid from$25/mo
- Interactive API docsYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Free Starter plan supports up to 100,000 requests monthly
- Interactive OpenAPI docs, explorer, API keys, and usage analytics
- Managed edge, dedicated, and self-hosted Kubernetes deployment options
Where it doesn't
- Starter and Builder plans allow up to 2 account members
- Advanced access controls and premium support are Enterprise features
- Usage analytics is described as a 14-day trial on the pricing page
Our verdict on Zuplo
Zuplo is an API management platform for teams that need to document, secure, publish, and operate APIs. Its OpenAPI-based developer portal includes interactive documentation, API exploration, self-service API key management, and built-in developer usage analytics. The product also supports public API programs, internal APIs, and enterprise deployments, with authentication, rate limiting, request validation, and API catalog capabilities. It is a fit for small teams that want a hosted starting point while keeping options for managed or self-hosted deployment.
Pricing is straightforward across three plans. The free Starter plan includes up to 100,000 requests per month, requires no credit card, supports up to 2 account members, and includes GitOps with GitHub. The Builder plan costs $25 per month and includes 100,000 requests, up to 2 custom domains, and GitOps with GitHub. Enterprise provides custom request volumes, custom domains, SSO, role-based access, and premium support availability. Teams should compare the account-member limits and Enterprise-only controls against their governance needs before choosing a tier.
Zuplo’s practical strength is the connection between portal publishing and API operations. GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, and Azure DevOps support Git-based workflows, while Datadog, New Relic, Splunk, and OpenTelemetry support observability integrations. Authentication covers API keys, JWT, OAuth, and mTLS, and deployment can use managed edge, managed dedicated, or self-hosted Kubernetes options. Choose Zuplo if you need developer-facing documentation alongside gateway policies and deployment flexibility. Teams seeking broader account access on lower tiers or advanced governance without Enterprise should consider alternatives.
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Zuplo fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $25/mo |
| Interactive API docs | Yes |
| Custom domain | Yes |
| Developer authentication | Both |
| Usage analytics | Basic |
| Portal deployment | Hosted |
| API catalog | Yes |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web |
| Compliance & security | SOC 2, GDPR, SSO/SAML |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Tickets, Community · 24/7 |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 8 integrations: GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, Azure DevOps, Datadog, New Relic … |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | zuplo.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Zuplo integrations
Zuplo lists 8 integrations on its own site.
- GitHub
- GitLab
- Bitbucket
- Azure DevOps
- Datadog
- New Relic
- Splunk
- OpenTelemetry
Alternatives to Zuplo
- Google ApigeeA broad API management suite for Google Cloud programs, with usage-based pricing.9.4
- Azure API ManagementA deep API management suite for Azure-centric programs with hybrid gateway support.9.2
- IBM API ConnectA broad API management suite for enterprise teams managing diverse protocols and deployment models.9.1
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