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IBM Rational Test Workbench vs ReadyAPI Test comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 11, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Customer Service

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Users praise IBM Rational Test Workbench's responsive, knowledgeable support, though some mention occasional delays; overall satisfaction is high.
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ReadyAPI Test is user-friendly with responsive SmartBear support, though some users suggest improvement; online communities offer additional help.
 

Room For Improvement

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IBM Rational Test Workbench needs better integration, improved reporting, enhanced performance, increased stability, simplified setup, and more comprehensive documentation.
Sentiment score
3.6
ReadyAPI Test needs better integration, support, documentation, performance, customization, and training, along with extended trials and improved stability.
 

Scalability Issues

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IBM Rational Test Workbench is efficient for large-scale testing, praised for automation, adaptability, and strong integration capabilities despite setup complexity.
Sentiment score
8.0
ReadyAPI Test is scalable, suitable for various teams, customizable with scripting, and generally satisfies users despite some integration issues.
 

Setup Cost

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IBM Rational Test Workbench offers flexible, potentially costly pricing, appreciated for features but expensive compared to alternatives, with volume licensing available.
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ReadyAPI Test's high pricing and licensing issues lead users to suggest bundling and discounts for better affordability and clarity.
 

Stability Issues

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Users praise IBM Rational Test Workbench for its reliability, robustness, and integration, but some report occasional glitches needing attention.
Sentiment score
8.4
ReadyAPI Test is stable and reliable with minor startup delays, improved from earlier versions, and highly praised for consistency.
 

Valuable Features

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IBM Rational Test Workbench is favored for its integration, automation, comprehensive test coverage, and performance in continuous integration and delivery processes.
Sentiment score
8.6
ReadyAPI Test is user-friendly, integrates well, supports database validations, and enables easy API, security, and UI testing with groovy scripting.
 

Categories and Ranking

IBM Rational Test Workbench
Ranking in API Testing Tools
12th
Average Rating
7.6
Number of Reviews
4
Ranking in other categories
Performance Testing Tools (18th), Test Automation Tools (34th)
ReadyAPI Test
Ranking in API Testing Tools
8th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
31
Ranking in other categories
Functional Testing Tools (24th), Regression Testing Tools (12th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the API Testing Tools category, the mindshare of IBM Rational Test Workbench is 0.4%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ReadyAPI Test is 6.0%, up from 5.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

reviewer1513668 - PeerSpot reviewer
Good reporting and interface, but supports limited types of protocols and requires low-level script editing
It should have more interfaces. In terms of interfaces or protocols, what you can do with Rational is far limited as compared to other products out there. What it does, it does great, but it only gives you limited types of protocols. It supports between 8 to 15 types of protocols, whereas other test tools give you 20 to 30 types of protocols with which you can do testing and convert to script. It records Javascript-based scripts, and you got to know a little bit of Java to basically be able to edit them, but the level of editing you got to do is very low. I like that, but the ability to edit the script is not as good as Parasoft or LoadRunner, which have C-Script.
Faiz Ahmed - PeerSpot reviewer
You can achieve any complex task with this tool
There aren't any plugins for UI automation. You need to make a custom code and download a job to put into the libraries. If it were panelized, then it would be straightforward. It should be in a panel of the tools, so you can add those tools as your test step in your test cases. For example, it would be nice to have a Selenium plugin available from the menu, where I can select "open browser" and provide the URL. That URL would be immediately open in the browser. This is like a keyword, and then the Selenium plugin should be there.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
27%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Computer Software Company
12%
Government
11%
Financial Services Firm
24%
Computer Software Company
13%
Insurance Company
10%
Manufacturing Company
8%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SoapUI Pro?
ReadyAPI Test is expensive, and I rate its pricing a four out of ten.
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ReadyAPI Test needs to improve its reporting. While reports provide essential information when issues arise, or tests fail, having more graphical representations directly within the reports would b...
 

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Also Known As

Rational Test Workbench, IBM Rational Performance Tester, IBM Functional Tester, IBM Rational Test Virtualization Server
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Sample Customers

Financial Insurance Management Corp.
Apple, Cisco, FedEx, eBay, Microsoft, MasterCard, Pfizer, Nike, Oracle, Volvo, Lufthansa, Disney, HP, Intel, U.S. Air Force, Schindler
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