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AAArdvark vs WCAGsafe
Both stand on accessibility testing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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AAArdvark combines automated and human-led accessibility review with browser and CI/CD support. Its free option provides an entry point, while monthly plans scale site and page limits for larger portfolios.
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WCAGsafe combines automated WCAG checks with explanations, code examples and browser-based tools. Use it for finding and prioritising issues, while treating its results as guidance rather than legal compliance proof.
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| AAArdvark | WCAGsafe | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Extension, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Basic: $7 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 6 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | aaardvarkaccessibility.com | wcagsafe.com |
| On accessibility testing software | #39 of 169 | #43 of 169 |
AAArdvark: what it does well
- Free plan available
- Checks against WCAG 2.2
- Automated scans and manual reviews
- Browser extension included
- CI/CD integration available
What to know first
- Paid plans billed monthly
- Higher coverage costs more
- Coverage varies by plan
WCAGsafe: what it does well
- Checks WCAG 2.1 Level AA
- Provides severity and fix guidance
- Local browser extension processing
- Free unlimited extension tools
- Paid plans offer monitoring and alerts
What to know first
- Automated scans miss some accessibility issues
- Scans do not establish legal compliance
- Free web plan limits scans and pages
- PDF scanning requires paid plans
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