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Testaro vs WCAGpilot
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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Testaro provides a broad, self-hosted collection of web accessibility and standards checks in a uniform reporting workflow. Its installation requirements and WAVE’s URL-only limitation matter when planning coverage.
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WCAGpilot offers standards-based website checks with explanations, remediation guidance and separate human-review warnings. Its free tier is limited and public, while paid plans expand privacy, site coverage and team capabilities.
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| Testaro | WCAGpilot | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Private Standard: €1,200 a year |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | wcagpilot.com |
| On accessibility testing software | #18 of 169 | #79 of 169 |
Testaro: what it does well
- MIT-licensed and free to install independently
- Combines results from many rule engines
- About 1,300 rules across listed engines
- Supports daemon and single-job execution
- Includes remediation guidance and mobile testing
What to know first
- Requires Node.js 22.12 or later
- Playwright browser binaries must also be installed
- WAVE cannot test non-URL-accessible page states
WCAGpilot: what it does well
- Automated scans and manual review tools
- Actionable fixes with WCAG references
- Free sample check needs no signup
- Private Standard keeps paid audits private
- Portfolio supports multiple sites and teams
What to know first
- Free results are public for 30 days
- Free check samples only 5–10 pages
- Chrome extension is marked coming soon
- API access is marked coming soon
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