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PageRefresh vs Taiko
Both stand on browser automation tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Extension
PageRefresh combines scheduled reloading with configurable webpage-change monitoring in a Chrome extension. Its free plan covers core timers and basic alerts, while advanced features are listed under Pro Lifetime.
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Taiko offers readable JavaScript-oriented browser automation with waits, stubbing, and recorder support. Its browser and mobile limits make it better suited to self-hosted web testing than cross-platform device coverage.
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| PageRefresh | Taiko | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Extension | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro Lifetime: $7.50, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | handancorp.com | taiko.dev |
| On browser automation tools | #42 of 62 | #38 of 62 |
PageRefresh: what it does well
- Fixed and random reload timers
- Monitors regions or entire pages
- Multiple keyword alert methods
- Local settings and encrypted webhook URLs
- WCAG 2.1 AA design features
What to know first
- Timers require Chrome and an open tab
- Chrome-restricted pages cannot be injected
- Webhook alerts require a reachable HTTPS endpoint
Taiko: what it does well
- Free and MIT licensed
- Supports Chromium browsers and Firefox
- Smart selectors avoid page-source inspection
- Implicitly waits for dynamic content
- Integrates with Gauge, Mocha, and Jest
What to know first
- Safari is unsupported
- Cannot test mobile applications directly
- No cloud execution option
- Requires Node.js LTS-supported platforms
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