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Appetize vs Katalon TestCloud
Both stand on mobile device testing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2
Appetize offers browser-based virtual device sessions, debugging features, and test automation for iOS and Android apps. The free tier is limited, and uploaded iOS apps must meet its Simulator-build requirement.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+3
Visit Katalon TestCloud The facts
| Appetize | Katalon TestCloud | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web | Android, iPhone, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Starter: $59 a month | Professional: $1,000 a year |
| Plans published | 4 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | appetize.io | katalon.com |
| On mobile device testing software | #1 of 18 | #4 of 18 |
Appetize: what it does well
- Runs native iOS and Android apps in a browser.
- Includes debugging tools such as logs and network monitoring.
- Supports Playwright and AppRecorder automation.
- Offers a free plan with monthly minutes.
- Lists a 99.9% uptime Service Level Agreement.
What to know first
- Does not provide real devices.
- Free sessions are limited to three minutes.
- iOS uploads must be Simulator builds; IPA files are unsupported.
- Paid plans charge $0.06 per minute after included minutes.
Katalon TestCloud: what it does well
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