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AccessLens vs Inclusor Scan
Both stand on website accessibility tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Self-hostedWeb
AccessLens combines automated WCAG checks with contrast analysis, vision simulation, manual review guidance, and report exports. It is free to use, but its own stated testing boundary means human verification remains essential.
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Inclusor Scan provides a free, browser-based starting point for locating accessibility issues across public sites. Manual testing and expert review remain necessary for a complete audit.
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| AccessLens | Inclusor Scan | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Inclusor Scan |
| Website | github.com | scan.inclusor.ai |
| On website accessibility tools | #71 of 133 | #75 of 133 |
AccessLens: what it does well
- Free and open-source under the MIT License
- Audits websites, snippets, and uploaded files
- Provides contrast and vision simulation tools
- Includes a guided 12-point manual protocol
- Exports reports in four formats
What to know first
- Automated checks cover only an estimated 30–40%
- Human verification remains needed for 60–70%
- Local setup requires Node.js 18+ and npm 9+
- AI remediation requires an optional Gemini API key
Inclusor Scan: what it does well
- More than 200 automated checks
- WCAG 2.2 AA default with optional AAA
- Plain-language AI summaries
- Site and page management
- Free web access
What to know first
- Automated scans do not complete an accessibility audit
- Anonymous scans deleted after 30 days
- VPAT exports are not yet available
- Paid plans are not yet available
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