Appium vs Perfecto comparison

The compared Appium and Perforce solutions aren't in the same category. Appium is ranked #9 in MDP , with an average rating of 7.2, and holds a 2.7% mindshare in the category. Perforce is ranked #6 in MTT , and holds a 6.6% mindshare. Additionally, 93% of Appium users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 88% of Perforce users who would recommend it.

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93% willing to recommend

Perfecto

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758 Comparison Views

88% willing to recommend

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Categories and Ranking

Appium

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Mobile Development Platforms (9th), Regression Testing Tools (6th)

Perfecto

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Performance Testing Tools (15th), Functional Testing Tools (16th), Mobile App Testing Tools (6th), Test Automation Tools (20th)

Mindshare comparison

Appium and Perfecto aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Appium is designed for Mobile Development Platforms and holds a mindshare of 2.7%, down 4.4% compared to last year.
Perfecto, on the other hand, focuses on Mobile App Testing Tools, holds 6.6% mindshare, up 5.0% since last year.

Mobile Development Platforms Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Appium	2.7%
OutSystems	9.7%
Temenos Quantum	8.9%
Other	78.7%

Mobile Development Platforms

Mobile App Testing Tools Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Perfecto	6.6%
Tricentis Tosca	23.2%
OpenText Functional Testing	16.6%
Other	53.6%

Mobile App Testing Tools

Featured Reviews

APARNA SAHA

Independent consultant, at OpenText

Efficient mobile testing with intuitive emulation capabilities and a user-friendly interface

Initial setup for Appium (especially for iOS) is not beginner-friendly.Consumes too much of your host machine's resources, potentially slowing down the machine.Appium Inspector often lacks deep insight or crashes with certain app builds. Improve test flakiness by intelligently selecting robust self-healing locators,simplified installers, better documentation, GUI-based config management,smart wait mechanisms and better failure logs.

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Glenford John

Product Manager, Device Integration at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees

Saves us $2.6 million per year, provides more efficient testing, and helps us strengthen relationships with vendors

The automation piece is the most valuable feature. Every time we had a new version of either OS or an application, we found that being able to automate the testing across different devices is very valuable. Perfecto is great at executing cross-platform testing. From a carrier perspective, it's all mobile, but we also have web applications. We used to be able to test on Symbian, Windows OS, Android, and iOS. Today, we can go on a big screen and test on Chrome, Firefox, Explorer, and other browsers. My team leverages Perfecto's reporting and analytics. When we start stress testing an application, we can look at all the reporting that comes from that, and we can tell at what part of the day the app is performing better. Our analytics are very important to us. Presentations are important, so it's good to have reports with graphs that show the time of day or how the app was performing for months at a time. We use those reports to screen capture, go with the data, and to show to upper management. We can do a comparison of one version performance to another version of the application or device performance. We utilize Perfecto's cloud-based lab to test across devices, browsers, and OSs. We are a carrier, so we have our devices with different OS versions of devices. Right now, it's mostly just Apple and Androids. Back in the day, they had many different versions of the OS, but the only other thing on top of that is web-based browsers. We don't test Linux, which is an operating system of Windows. We don't use Perfecto's cloud. We use our own devices because we test on only our organization's devices. Unless we do some kind of competitive analysis, it's not really a test; it's just a comparison to see how other solutions compare to ours. The range of open-source technologies that Perfecto supports is great. I have a team of contractors that report to me and do all the testing for our organization, and that team turns over every couple of years. We mostly utilize the in-house automation that is available for anyone who isn't a great programmer. They have support for all these other drivers, and they have something for non-programmers who want to automate their work, which is amazing.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"We develop apps using the React Native framework, and Appium integrates well for testing those apps. The Appium automation framework also has good integration with GitHub Actions and plenty of other tools and frameworks, including BrowserStack."

"This is the best test automation tool for any mobile test automation engineer."

"Appium provides a record-and-play option, and the commands are the same as those that Selenium uses. So a person who has some exposure to Selenium will be able to write a piece of code in Appium."

"The best feature of Appium is that it allows you to inspect the element. With the Appium Inspector, you don't have to install another application to do the inspection. I also like that Appium has Android device connectivity. Currently, most people use Appium as automation software, and I haven't found any other tool that's more powerful than Appium."

"It has great documentation and excellent community support."

"Obviously because of automation, it reduces manual testing efforts."

"Appium helps me to do as much as much as I want to."

"The library is extensive so the driver interacts with most functions or actions on mobile devices."

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"The most valuable aspect of the solution is that it covers all types of devices on the market allowing you to test different versions of an operating system."

"Customer Service: It's been 100%. Technical Support: It's been 100%."

"The most valuable feature is automated testing."

"Overall, it's a great solution."

"It creates a faster production cycle and is quick to market. Things get deployed earlier because the testing happens on time. We can do a lot of panelization, so a lot of test phases can happen in a panel. People don't have to wait for a device to come to them. They can access multiple devices at the same time and do testing at the same time."

"Overall, it has definitely translated to cost savings and the reason is multifold."

"Using the device lab has definitely helped us to scale our testing operations."

"We have seen the biggest improvement in cost savings, initially saving $2.6 million a year just on roaming charges."

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Cons

"An application developed on the Unity platform, such as a gaming application, objects are moving in that case. Interacting with those elements is still lacking in Appium. Appium doesn't have the internal library to play with the Unity platform. That is a huge lack right now."

"The initial setup is straightforward if you have previous experience with the solution, but it can be complicated for a novice user."

"Sometimes, the Appium server won't connect with the mobile application because of some socket issues, so network connectivity between applications and the Appium server could be improved."

"Appium doesn't recognize IDs placed by our developers on nested elements when we use React Native for iOS; it just sees the whole page and one element."

"The initial setup is straightforward if you have previous experience with the solution, but it can be complicated for a novice user."

"Image recognition could be improved. We have some images in our mobile applications. It should be able to run from the cloud, so we can automate the catcher."

"I'm facing a lot of issues with my new juniors when they set up Appium for iOS."

"We need some bug fixes for nested elements."

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"Previously, we used the cradle. Every time the mobile was blocking it, we would have to ask Perfecto to provide another one. That took a lot of time away from us."

"It is slow compared to physical device testing. The interactive speed could be improved."

"It does well for mobile testing, but when it comes to the web aspect, it is lagging a little bit in terms of execution."

"On the analytics side, Perfecto is in need of improvement."

"One improvement would be speed of execution. If it is an iOS native app, we have noticed that the speed is a bit slower. Perfecto might need to make some improvements in this area."

"The flakiness, or the accuracy, of the test execution can be improved. Also, the responsiveness of their cloud lab could be improved as well."

"Previously, we used the cradle. Every time the mobile was blocking it, we would have to ask Perfecto to provide another one. That took a lot of time away from us."

"We've had a couple of issues lately with videos not loading or browsers dying after some execution, although that happens very rarely."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Appium is free and open-source."

"Appian is open-source, which is not licensed."

"It's completely 100% free, and there are no hidden fees."

"Appium is open source; we can use it for free."

"The solution is open source."

"The pricing of Appium is fine."

"I'm unsure if there's any cost associated with Appium. I got the free package which includes the server GUI application and the inspector application, and it was free to download, and that's all I need to get my work done. I'm not aware of any additional costs associated with the tool."

"There is no license for this solution because it is open-source."

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"Perfecto has definitely saved us on the costs and efforts of having to maintain our own virtual test environment. We lost about 20 devices in the past to maintenance and audit. That was a massive loss for us, as a company, because we were giving devices to someone, but don't know whether we would get it back or not. Having those virtual labs, we don't need to worry about these kinds of things. We are easily saving $5,000 to $10,000 a month on device costing."

"Perfecto's price is excellent compared to other products with similar features. It was the lowest of the three we evaluated. We also established a partnership with Perfecto, so they provide discounts when we sell Perfecto projects and licenses to our customers."

"It's definitely on the higher end of prices for this type of service."

"I am not sure about its pricing, but from our perspective, licensing has been easy. Anytime I have new users or requests for users that want to get added, it's a very simple process. I just give the architectural owner of the product the name and email address, and they're able to easily add a new user. We don't have any issues in regards to getting licenses, but I don't have any insights into pricing."

"Although Perfecto is a good product for us to use, it is a bit expensive. It takes management a bit of work to find the appropriate funding for us to keep Perfecto. I imagine there could be some way to make it more accessible."

"This is an expensive solution compared to others, by 30% to 40%."

"Pricing is an area where Perfecto can do a little better. When we obtain additional licenses, we enter into negotiations with them."

"Pricing-wise, it is fine. It is not as expensive as what we used to have in the past from HP, IBM, and others. It is decently priced."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

20%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Construction Company

Computer Software Company

Financial Services Firm

23%

Construction Company

Manufacturing Company

Healthcare Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	6
Midsize Enterprise	6
Large Enterprise	19

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	1
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	23

Questions from the Community

Do you recommend Appium?

I do recommend Appium. It is an open-source solution and completely free of charge. We use Appium and Appium Studio as our base for any type of mobile automation for testing. It has a great interfa...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Appium?

My experience with Appium from a pricing perspective is favorable due to it being open source, making it a cost-effective option.

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What needs improvement with Appium?

The deployment process and configuration are quite complex and require improvement. Additionally, the wait time functionality could be enhanced as I experienced failures with longer wait times.

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Overview

Appium facilitates seamless automation of iOS and Android mobile applications, interfacing smoothly with CI/CD pipelines and enabling cross-platform development. Its open-source framework supports diverse coding languages, enhancing test automation.

Appium stands out for its ability to automate mobile apps across multiple platforms, backed by a strong community and extensive language compatibility. It integrates with continuous integration and delivery workflows, with robust tools like Appium Inspector enhancing element identification. It offers an interface familiar to Selenium users and supports versatile scripting, easing the mobile app testing process for developers. While it provides scalability and simple connectivity, users seek enhancements in stability, speed, and platform integration, specifically with iOS and cloud solutions.

What are Appium's Key Features?

Cross-Platform Support: Enables seamless interaction with mobile apps on Android and iOS.
Programming Language Compatibility: Extensive support for multiple programming languages.
CI/CD Integration: Robust integration with CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing.
Appium Inspector: Tool for effective element identification in apps.
Open Source: Offers scalable and flexible testing solutions without licensing costs.

What Benefits Do Users Look for in Reviews?

Ease of Use: Simple setup and connectivity for streamlined testing.
Familiar Interface: Supports seasoned Selenium users with a common interface.
Comprehensive Automation: Provides functionality for end-to-end regression testing.
Community Support: Strong community offering resources and troubleshooting.
Scalability: Easily handles testing of apps at various scales.

Appium is widely utilized in industries such as healthcare, logistics, and construction for the automation of iOS and Android apps. Companies integrate it into their DevOps practices for continuous testing, using it in hybrid deployments and linking with tools like GitHub Actions and Jira for efficient test management.

Appium

Perfecto is a cloud-based testing platform that supports automated and manual testing processes across many devices and operating systems, facilitating cross-platform and real-time data access. Users experience seamless testing integrations, although improvements are sought in some areas.

Perfecto provides extensive mobile testing capabilities across iOS, Android, and more, with automation and enhanced reporting options such as video recordings. While it excels with Appium and Selenium integration for cross-platform consistency and CI Dashboard features, it faces challenges in iOS web testing and hybrid apps. Users indicate the need for better integration with test management tools, dashboard metrics improvements, and machine learning features. Cloud device response times and UI interactions could benefit from performance enhancements, while users desire longer report history and API automation advancements.

What are Perfecto's most important features?

Cloud-based Architecture: Access a vast array of devices and OS versions for testing scalability.
Automation: Supports Selenium and Appium for streamlined testing processes.
Enhanced Reporting: Offers video recordings to help validate tests thoroughly.
Cross-platform Testing: Execute tests across multiple platforms efficiently.
Real-time Data Access: Monitor tests via CI Dashboard and Live Stream.

What benefits or ROI can users expect from reviews?

Increased Device Availability: Quickly access the newest devices and software updates.
Improved Testing Speed: Allow faster test execution and feedback loops.
Scalability: Easily scale up or down with cloud-based resources.
Enhanced Productivity: Automate tests and streamline reporting for efficiency.

Perfecto has broad applications in industries such as retail, finance, and technology, where secure and scalable testing is critical. Organizations employ it in both private and public cloud environments for mobile, web, and API testing. Its ability to provide extensive device coverage and integration into existing CI/CD processes makes it integral for ensuring reliable mobile app performance and compatibility across platforms.

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