Test automation frameworks and tools are flooding the market, and there are plenty to choose from. They help teams release high quality apps faster than ever before — especially when compared to manual testing.
But it’s important to select the right testing framework for your needs. We’re here to help you find the right fit for you. Use this guide as a reference to understand your options for test automation frameworks across web and mobile app testing.
Learn more about selecting the right testing framework for you.
- Overview on open source automated testing tools >>
- How to find the best automation testing tools >>
- How to select the right SDLC tools >>
- How to select the right cross browser test tools >>
Popular Testing Framework for Web: Selenium
First let’s take a closer look at Selenium. So, exactly what is Selenium?
Selenium is the de facto test automation framework for web app testing. It’s an open source solution that can be scaled in the cloud. As with any tool, there are limitations of Selenium. But overall, the Selenium testing tool is a good choice for teams looking to automate cross-browser testing.
Learn more about the Selenium test automation framework with these resources.
- Learn how to do Selenium cross browser testing >>
- Watch a quick Selenium tutorial >>
- Get tips and tricks for how to use Selenium >>
- Learn how to set up a Selenium grid >>
- See what’s to come in the latest version of Selenium >>
- Learn 6 ways to use XPath in Selenium >>
Popular Testing Framework for Mobile: Appium
On the mobile side we have Appium. Of all the test automation frameworks for mobile app testing, Appium is the top selection.
It’s an open source framework and is backed by an active and engaged community. Appium supports end-to-end testing for both iOS and Android apps. And it can automate advanced mobile testing scenarios, such as video streaming or face ID.
Learn more about the Appium test automation framework with these resources.
- Get the hang of Appium with these Appium basics >>
- From the basics to advanced testing, watch this Appium tutorial >>
- Understand the pros and cons of testing with the Appium framework >>
- Learn how to do testing with Appium React Native >>
- Learn 3 advanced automation techniques for Appium testing >>
Other Popular Testing Frameworks
Appium and Selenium are not the only test automation frameworks available for web and mobile app testing, but they are the most widely used. However, there are other frameworks available on both the web and mobile side for testing.
For mobile app testing, there’s more than just Appium. There’s also XCUITest. XCUITest is a test automation framework dedicated to iOS apps. There’s also Espresso, which is a framework for Android test automation.
- Get to know XCUITest, the iOS testing framework >>
- Learn 4 benefits of Espresso testing >>
- Understand the differences between Appium, Espresso, and XCUITest >>
For web app testing, another framework is gaining traction: Cypress. Cypress is an open source test automation framework with an active community. Cypress is dev-focused and is more universal than Selenium. It’s also more simple to set up.
- Understand the differences between Cypress vs. Selenium >>
- Learn how to get started with Cypress testing >>
- Learn how to use Cypress with Cucumber >>
- Learn Cypress considerations for dev teams >>
There’s also BDD testing. With BDD, you can create test automation scripts in plain English, without having to code. Perfecto created Quantum, an open source BDD test automation framework, that works with both web and mobile app testing.
- Learn about BDD testing with the Quantum framework >>
Try Testing With Perfecto
Perfecto fully integrates with test automation frameworks for end-to-end continuous testing support. Execute your tests with an automation framework of choice against Perfecto’s cloud-based devices and VMs. The cloud is always on, always available, and can be accessed from anywhere in the world.
Over half the Fortune 500 relies on Perfecto for web and mobile app testing. With extended test coverage, advanced automation capabilities, and robust test reporting, you can achieve fully-scaled continuous testing without compromising quality or speed of delivery. Try testing with Perfecto today.