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Compare Katalon Platform and TestRail 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.5% of reviews)
Mid-Market (50.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Starting at $35.00 1 user Per Month
Katalon Platform
Star Rating
(215)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansTestRail
Star Rating
(610)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (50.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $35.00 1 user Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that both TestRail and Katalon Platform offer user-friendly interfaces, but Katalon stands out with its built-in integrations with CI/CD tools and support for multiple scripting languages, making it easier for teams to adopt automation quickly.
- Users say TestRail excels in providing a secure and well-organized environment for managing test plans and cases, with many praising its straightforward structure that allows for easy organization and maintenance of test cases.
- Reviewers mention that Katalon Platform's all-in-one approach simplifies the testing process, as it combines functionalities for web, desktop, and API testing into a single platform, which is particularly beneficial for teams looking to streamline their testing efforts.
- According to verified reviews, TestRail has a slight edge in overall user satisfaction, with users appreciating its intuitive onboarding process that helps teams get up and running quickly, although some users noted it can take time to fully leverage its capabilities.
- Users highlight that Katalon Platform's free version offers a robust set of features, making it an attractive option for small businesses and teams with limited budgets, while TestRail's entry-level pricing may be a consideration for those just starting out.
- Reviewers note that while both platforms provide quality support, Katalon Platform has received slightly higher ratings for its responsiveness and helpfulness, which can be crucial for teams needing assistance during critical testing phases.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Katalon Platform
Free
Free
Start automating your tests with core features, community support, and unlimited usage with the aways-free version of Katalon Studio.
- Community support & docs
- Training and certification
- Low-code and full-code testing
TestRail
Professional Cloud
Starting at $35.00
1 user Per Month
Our cloud-based/SaaS edition hosted on our fast and secure servers.
- No IT required, get started in minutes
- Automated updates & optimizations
- Secure hosting on super-fast servers
Free Trial
Katalon Platform
Free Trial is available
TestRail
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
158
8.6
461
Ease of Use
8.9
197
8.6
463
Ease of Setup
8.9
127
8.5
189
Ease of Admin
8.8
37
8.6
173
Quality of Support
8.5
154
8.4
381
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
37
8.7
164
Product Direction (% positive)
9.5
157
8.6
433
Features by Category
Functionality
Not enough data
8.9
230
Not enough data
7.9
228
Not enough data
8.5
228
Management
Not enough data
8.3
227
Not enough data
8.2
211
Not enough data
8.4
210
Functionality
8.8
127
Not enough data
9.0
126
Not enough data
8.7
124
Not enough data
8.9
124
Not enough data
Automation
8.6
123
Not enough data
8.6
125
Not enough data
8.7
124
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Automation Testing
6.5
16
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.7
17
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Software Testing
4.7
5
6.5
8
4.7
5
6.3
8
Feature Not Available
6.9
9
AI Test Generation & Authoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Test Maintenance & Resilience
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Execution & Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Katalon Platform and TestRail are categorized as Software Testing
Unique Categories
Katalon Platform is categorized as Automation Testing and AI Software Testing Tools
TestRail is categorized as Test Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Katalon Platform
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
TestRail
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
23.5%
Information Technology and Services
17.6%
Banking
7.4%
Telecommunications
6.4%
Insurance
5.4%
Other
39.7%
Computer Software
29.2%
Information Technology and Services
16.3%
Financial Services
4.1%
Automotive
3.9%
Computer Games
3.1%
Other
43.6%
Alternatives
Discussions
Is Katalon studio better than selenium?
2 Comments
SE
No, but have good features.Read more
Is Katalon studio still free?
2 Comments
BA
Yes, Katalon is Free for the first month. and after one month some fancy features of Katalon will get Disabled. THe free features are enough to create more...Read more
Is Katalon Studio open-source, how can I download the source code?
1 Comment
Official Response from Katalon Platform
Katalon Studio is a freemium test automation application. In general, the software is free to use for your project or to providing automated testing service...Read more
Mobile version will come?
2 Comments
SM
Hey Alexander,
Thanks for your post.
TestRail is a standard web application, so you would already be able to access it from mobile devices such as...Read more
What is TestRail tool?
2 Comments
PM
TestRail is one of the best software testing tool for test management. It helps in Creating , Monitoring and Maintaining Test plans ,Test suites and Test...Read more
What is TestRail used for?
2 Comments
PL
TestRail serves as a web-based tool for managing test cases. Testers, developers, and team leaders employ it to efficiently organize, track, and oversee...Read more
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