The short version
A Requests-compatible Python HTTP client supporting modern protocols and asynchronous use.
From the HackerLinks archive
niquests
A Requests-compatible Python HTTP client supporting modern protocols and asynchronous use.
At a glance:
First seen:2026-08-29
Last seen:2026-08-29
Times seen:1
Website:github.com
Why it caught our attention
A recent migration was positive and produced concrete local-service throughput results, though governance remains unclear.
Where it surfaced on Hacker News
2026-08-29
“Recently ported some code from httpx -> niquests and the experience has been good, although admittedly the governance of the project seems a little unclear.”
jtbaker · recommendation · evaluated
Direct HN comment
Migrating to HTTPX2