Oracle Application Testing Suite vs k6 Open Source comparison

k6 and Oracle are both solutions in the Load Testing Tools category. k6 is ranked #9 with an average rating of 7.5, while Oracle is ranked #15. k6 holds a 3.3% mindshare in LTT, compared to Oracle’s 1.3% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of k6 users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 83% of Oracle users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 6, 2025

Oracle Application Testing Suite and k6 Open Source are rival tools in the performance testing arena, each offering distinct advantages. k6 Open Source has the edge with its adaptable testing environment ideal for advanced scenarios.

Features: Oracle Application Testing Suite delivers intricate test automation and load testing, seamless Oracle product integration, and extensive reporting tools. k6 Open Source provides a robust scripting environment, cloud execution, and scalable testing options.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Oracle Application Testing Suite is known for robust deployment on legacy systems and comprehensive support channels. k6 Open Source stands out for its simple setup process and strong community support, aligning well with agile methodologies.

Pricing and ROI: Oracle Application Testing Suite involves significant setup costs due to its enterprise-level features but promises high ROI through its comprehensive offerings. k6 Open Source, free of licensing fees, offers an excellent ROI for cost-sensitive endeavors.

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Categories and Ranking

k6 Open Source

Ranking in Load Testing Tools

9th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Regression Testing Tools (11th)

Oracle Application Testing ...

Ranking in Load Testing Tools

15th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Performance Testing Tools (15th), Functional Testing Tools (24th)

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2025, in the Load Testing Tools category, the mindshare of k6 Open Source is 3.3%, up from 0.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Oracle Application Testing Suite is 1.3%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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NalinGoonawardana

Principal Consultant ( Test automation - Performance testing) at TTC Global (TTC) at TTC at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

Offers good scalability and has the ability to integrate with various systems and services

One area where k6 could improve is by introducing a GUI similar to JMeter. While k6 is a powerful tool for performance testing, it leans heavily towards coding. Having a GUI, even if it is a low-code approach, could make it more accessible to a broader audience. It would be beneficial to strike a balance where basic tasks can be performed graphically through a user-friendly interface, while still allowing the flexibility for more complex operations through code, similar to how JMeter operates. This could enhance the user experience and make k6 more approachable for those who may not be as comfortable with scripting.

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Rishabh-Sharma

Senior Engineer at Cignity Technology

Requires little maintenance, is stable, and easy to deploy

Oracle Application Testing Suite can improve by covering more browsers as compared to other solutions because they're considering the Edge browser as well, but the solution is working on different Windows operating platforms. For example, in our current Windows 2012 R2 server, if I want to automate the Edge browser, I need to upgrade that particular Windows to Windows 10.1 or some other Windows platform, because it's not supported in Windows 2012 feature. That is an issue. If cross-browsers can be incorporated, then support should be provided. There should be a single operating system where everything can be incorporated. I have faced issues with some indexing items. For example, the solution is able to derive some properties from the screen, such as button locations or text locations, but there are some elements, for example, unnamed buttons or text, where there is no name or ID or any other identifying information. Indexing doesn't always work, and we have to go to those elements manually and inspect them to determine their class, and then input that information into the system.

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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

"The tool's big advantage is that it is more performance-test oriented for experienced testers who know what they are doing. In a normal working setup, performance engineers frequently work with DevOps and development teams. For these teams, k6 Open Source's syntax is much simpler and easier to understand and apply in the working process."

"The standout feature of k6 is its strong focus on API performance testing."

"Has good automation and load-testing capabilities."

"Oracle Application Testing Suite's most valuable feature is it works very smoothly with all Oracle Java-based applications."

"OpenScript has many features that make it useful, including the ability to record and playback."

"We like that we don't need a separate management tool. This is a good feature. It also has an inbuilt performance tool which is on Flash. It has very good record and playback feature as well. The inspection tool is also very good. Overall, since it comes with all the three packages, it's very good."

"The graphics are very intuitive and it's very easy to get scale of development."

"The most valuable feature is the object identification feature."

"User friendly UI / Tree view to work with adding steps."

"We do not need a separate test management tool because we have there is a management tool. That is a very good feature. Secondly, it has an inbuilt performance testing tool, which is on flash. It has very good record and playback features as well. And apart from that, there is a good inspection feature. Since it comes with all of the packages, it's very good."

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Cons

"One area where k6 could improve is by introducing a GUI similar to JMeter."

"Licensing policies could be more intuitive."

"I have faced issues with some indexing items."

"Oracle Application Testing Suite could improve by offering desktop-based application automation. It is lacking in this area at the moment."

"The pathfinding at times is slow when we are using it. The tool's performance can be improved."

"The dashboards need to be simplified and made more user-friendly."

"If there's a feature we want in OATS that's missing and we report that to Oracle, it takes a long time."

"To provide test automation support for other products like SAP, Windows and Java Applications when it comes to Functional Test Automation testing."

"We would like to see the instruction documentation made into video or audio formats, to help new users get used to the modules."

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"Customers need to negotiate properly to get the tool at a lower price."

"ORACLE is giving at a very competitive rates to all its customers, and its a simple licensing process."

"There are no costs in addition to the standard licensing fees."

"The complete package, including load testing and performance analysis, has a licensing fee."

"The price of the Oracle Application Testing Suite is not expensive. It is less expensive than other solutions."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

21%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Media Company

Government

17%

Computer Software Company

15%

Manufacturing Company

Retailer

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about k6 Open Source?

The standout feature of k6 is its strong focus on API performance testing.

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k6 Open Source is a powerful tool, especially for API-level performance testing. Its integration capabilities and ease of use make it promising for a wider audience.

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Also Known As

Load Impact

OATS

Overview

Load Impact offers three main features:

Automated testing - Integrates into your CD pipeline with CI plug-ins or opt for full control with API/SDKs.
API testing - a powerful scripting environment where you can create as simple or complex API scenarios as you need.
Web & web app testing - easily load test your website or web app. Record user scenarios using our Chrome extension or proxy recorder and configure a test with just a few clicks - no programming required.

Application Testing Suite is a comprehensive, integrated testing solution that ensures the quality, scalability, and availability of your Web applications, Web Services, packaged Oracle Applications and Oracle databases.

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