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Testbirds vs TestingTime
Both stand on usability testing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
Testbirds offers a broad crowdtesting service with a platform for running tests and a managed option for project delivery. The $562, paid once Exploratory Bug Test is billed per tester, while other listed plans require individual offers.
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Paid APIWeb
TestingTime combines participant recruitment with screening, scheduling, and progress tracking across several study formats. Check the order limits and subscription terms when choosing between Public Pool and Private Pool options.
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| Testbirds | TestingTime | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Not published |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Exploratory Bug Test (Self-Service): $562 per tester, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | testbirds.com | testingtime.com |
| On usability testing software | #44 of 52 | #48 of 52 |
Testbirds: what it does well
- Covers QA, usability, and UX testing
- Supports web, iOS, and Android
- Exploratory bug tickets arrive within 48 hours
- Managed service includes project managers
- Supports participant recruitment
What to know first
- No free plan
- Self-service exploratory tests allow 10–40 testers
- Most listed plans have individual offers
- Exploratory Bug Test has a 10-tester minimum
TestingTime: what it does well
- Supports moderated and unmoderated research formats.
- Dashboard tracks recruitment progress in real time.
- Participant replacements are offered for last-minute cancellations.
- API integrations include RapidUsertests and Loop11.
- Public Pool plans allow unlimited criteria and test users.
What to know first
- Pricing is on request.
- Public Pool tiers limit annual orders to 15, 50, or 180.
- Unused credits expire at subscription end.
- Private Pool participant incentives are not included in the subscription.
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