IBM Rational Performance Tester vs UiPath Test Cloud comparison

IBM and UiPath are both solutions in the Test Management Tools category. IBM is ranked #24, while UiPath is ranked #7 with an average rating of 8.0. IBM holds a 1.4% mindshare in TMT, compared to UiPath’s 3.3% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 87% of UiPath users who would recommend it.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Rational Performance Te...

Ranking in Test Management Tools

24th

Average Rating

7.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

UiPath Test Cloud

Ranking in Test Management Tools

7th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Functional Testing Tools (3rd), Mobile App Testing Tools (3rd), API Testing Tools (7th), Test Automation Tools (4th)

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the Test Management Tools category, the mindshare of IBM Rational Performance Tester is 1.4%, up from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of UiPath Test Cloud is 3.3%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Netcool Engineer with 10,001+ employees

We can edit captured transactions and organize them by those for which we require performance metrics, but it lacks a set of manuals or guides that would take out some guess work.

It is used to capture and generate HTTP tests. The capture process is very easy. After this, we edited the captured transactions to organize them into the sections or transactions we require performance metrics for (i.e. splash page, user authentication, main pageload, logout, etc.). This editing process is easy to perform with the interface provided in Rational Performance Tester Finally, Rational Performance Tester has an import/export feature that has been extremely useful. We have used it to export our complete test library and import it into another Rational Performance Tester server with no loss or issues. This allows for platform test migrations and backup.

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Deborah Yarosh

VP Technology Automation at Finance Of America Mortgage LLC

Can be used by non-developers, and saves us time, but the manual testing needs improvement

UiPath’s Test Suite manual testing doesn’t work for our organization based on how the QA Analysts do their manual testing and the artifacts that are needed for deployment. The QA Manager needs to track which tests have been completed, the success rate, and other relevant information. The ability to have manual tests show up in multiple projects is a requirement that is not easily done in Test Suite. We have submitted the following enhancements request to UiPath and are waiting for them to address these issues before migrating our manual testing to the UiPath Test Suite platform. * Ability to import manual test cases from an Excel Spreadsheet. * Ability to create release folders and have manual tests under the folders (sub-folders are also needed). * Ability to copy tests between projects (manual and automated). * Ability to execute manual test cases in any order and skip tests if needed. * Ability to assign and see who has been assigned to test cases – need to know who created the test case and who executed the test case as they could be different people. * Ability for the QA manager to see which test cases have been run and which haven’t as well as which ones were successful, and which weren’t. * Ability for the QA manager to track defect cycles for a particular release. * Improving Search functionality – must enter the exact test case name in current search functionality. * Ability to extract key data for artifacts for Release Management or Audit* Test Set or Individual Cases, * Include Test Results (passed / failed), * Include how many iterations a test case went through until it passed.

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Pros

"Technical support is very good. I'm very satisfied with the assistance we've received so far."

"It can support both web applications and mobile applications, and in certain cases, it can also support testing of desktop applications or software-based applications. You can write web applications, mobile applications, and software-based applications."

"The detailed logging is invaluable."

"It's useful for automating tasks."

"The Test Manager, the final stage of the UiPath Test Suite, is its most valuable feature."

"It is feature-rich. It has more features than other RPA tools."

"UiPath's most valuable features are reusability and low-code aspects. It works across both desktop and web applications."

"It facilitates the delegation of control to multiple users and offers an efficient way to organize tasks using labels."

"It is a very scalable product."

"Being able to use regular expressions, activities, and attributes is valuable."

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Cons

"There are some features that Micro Focus LoadRunner provides, but they are not available in IBM Rational Performance Tester. They should include such features. It can also have more reports similar to what HP provides. It might also need some improvement in terms of the tools and support for other technology areas. Certain technologies are not supported by every tool. They need to support all sorts of technologies and platforms on which web applications and mobile applications are built. They need complete support for all sorts of technologies."

"The solution is not easily scalable. If you want to extend the solution, you need to purchase a different kind of license. You also have to work with the IBM team to assist in scaling."

"I don't rate its ability to automate very well."

"I'd like the solution to be even more automated."

"Orchestrator is not easy to use or understand."

"We'd like to see the solution integrate with more code or local frameworks."

"UiPath needs to improve its Test Manager feature. Defect management and reporting also need improvement."

"Storing the test scripts is what needs to improve in the UiPath Test Suite, as it's currently a challenge to some extent. Maintaining the files is a bit challenging, especially when you need to keep those locally."

"They could improve the visualization of the product."

"It would be very beneficial to do load testing with Test Suite."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is much cheaper than Micro Focus LoadRunner. We need perpetual licenses. Support is included in the first sale. After that, you need to renew support every year."

"It is a little bit more expensive than Selenium, but it provides value for money. There are multiple types of licenses such as the Test Suite license, Studio Pro license, Test Manager license, and Test Robot license. The overall cost estimation is 13,800 dollars."

"Regarding the pricing model, I believe it would be beneficial to combine it with some of the other platform aspects."

"One robot license costs 1,500 euros."

"Its price is a bit high."

"I don't necessarily have a problem with the pricing of the UiPath Test Suite, especially because we're using the testing bot licenses as opposed to the unattended licensing."

"When we decided to buy the solution three and a half years ago, it was fairly priced."

"I wasn't involved in the negotiations for the UiPath Test Suite, so I have no information on its pricing."

"I am not aware of the exact cost. It seems reasonable, but it is an additional cost."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

30%

Computer Software Company

20%

Government

13%

Real Estate/Law Firm

Computer Software Company

19%

Manufacturing Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Healthcare Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Being able to use regular expressions, activities, and attributes is valuable.

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What needs improvement with UiPath Test Suite?

There is room for improvement in terms of introducing framework compatibility. Many companies use test automation as an alternative to Selenium but need to develop a fully functional bot in UiPath ...

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Also Known As

Rational Performance Tester

Test Suite

Overview

IBM Rational Performance Tester is a performance testing solution that validates the scalability of web and server applications. Rational Performance Tester identifies the presence and cause of system performance bottlenecks and reduces load testing complexity.

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UiPath Test Cloud revolutionizes testing through advanced AI agents, enhancing productivity in software assessment.

UiPath Test Cloud, with its AI-augmented automation, offers testers enterprise-grade capabilities for over 190 technologies. Featuring seamless integration with tools like Orchestrator and CI/CD pipelines, it streamlines testing processes and cuts maintenance costs. While users value its functionalities, the need for enhancements in mobile automation and third-party integration, particularly with Jira, is recognized. Efficient test organization through Test Manager and simplified process management via the cloud are noteworthy. Enhancements in reporting and file management are sought, highlighting areas for development.

What are the key features of UiPath Test Cloud?

Drag-and-Drop Programming: Enables easy test creation with minimal technical knowledge.
Robust Robotic Functionality: Offers reliable automation across a wide array of technologies.
API Integration: Ensures seamless connectivity with existing systems.
Detailed Logging: Provides comprehensive logs for better analysis and debugging.
Test Manager: Organizes tests efficiently and simplifies management.

What benefits should users evaluate in UiPath Test Cloud?

Enhanced Productivity: Accelerates test creation and execution.
Cost Efficiency: Reduces manual effort and maintenance expenses.
Cross-Platform Support: Offers flexibility in testing across different environments.
Improved Quality: Delivers high-quality software with speed and efficiency.

Organizations across industries utilize UiPath Test Cloud for testing types such as origination, smoke, and web application testing. Common implementations include testing in supply chain management, regression testing, and integrating workflows. Teams find it beneficial for ensuring functionality and efficiency in mobile app testing, enabling cross-platform support for RPA and applications like Oracle and SAP.

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andagon, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon

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