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BlazeMeter vs OpenText Functional Testing for Developers comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 28, 2025

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
6.7
BlazeMeter improves QoS, saves costs, enhances software quality, reduces test intervals, and integrates easily, boosting productivity and customer satisfaction.
Sentiment score
5.9
OpenText Functional Testing reduces test automation time and costs, increasing ROI by 70-80% compared to manual testing.
BlazeMeter has positively affected my ROI, significantly saving time, resources, and money.
Software Engineer at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.4
BlazeMeter support is praised for responsiveness and technical expertise, though some users report slow response times and minimal support.
Sentiment score
5.6
OpenText Functional Testing support is generally effective but inconsistent, with improvements noted and suggestions for enhancing responsiveness.
Customer support for BlazeMeter is commendable, offering 24/7 assistance.
Software Engineer at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees
The customer service is not available 24/7, which affects its rating.
Automation Architect at Aion Digital
Initially, it was quite poor, but it seems they are making efforts to improve.
SQA Manager at Elmo Motion Control Ltd.
For technical support, I would give them an eight because whenever we have a concern, they immediately reach out to us.
Engineer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.4
BlazeMeter is highly scalable, handling heavy loads well, though some users report setup challenges and test execution delays.
Sentiment score
6.6
OpenText Functional Testing offers scalability, supports diverse ecosystems, and enhances integration, though resource consumption is a noted limitation.
BlazeMeter has the capability to simulate a higher number of users compared to JMeter standalone.
Director at SMKR Consultancy LLP
BlazeMeter is quite scalable, and I rate its scalability as nine out of ten.
Automation Architect at Aion Digital
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.4
BlazeMeter is stable and dependable with quick bug resolutions, high availability, and efficient support, rated 6-10 by users.
Sentiment score
6.6
Experiences with OpenText Testing vary; some face stability issues, but recent improvements enhance reliability compared to competitors.
BlazeMeter is incredibly stable and delivers accurate results consistently.
Software Engineer at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees
I would rate the stability of BlazeMeter as eight out of ten, indicating that it is a stable and reliable solution.
Automation Architect at Aion Digital
We regularly update the product, and overall, it is stable.
SQA Manager at Elmo Motion Control Ltd.
 

Room For Improvement

BlazeMeter users seek better pricing, performance, integration, scalability, documentation, and support for enhanced testing and management capabilities.
OpenText Functional Testing requires enhanced integration, stability, performance, and accessibility for broader technology, mobile support, and modernized interfaces.
If BlazeMeter could automate integration across multiple pipelines and fetch the latest builds automatically, it would significantly enhance my experience.
Software Engineer at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees
The extra CSV random dataset plugin could be integrated with a simple checkbox in the existing CSV dataset plugin to read files randomly.
Automation Architect at Aion Digital
The licensing cost is also a concern since BlazeMeter is not free like JMeter, which limits its use.
Director at SMKR Consultancy LLP
In some cases, object recognition is not 100%, and a customized solution is necessary.
SQA Manager at Elmo Motion Control Ltd.
 

Setup Cost

BlazeMeter's pricing models are flexible and negotiable, offering robust features and integration at a competitive cost.
Enterprise users find OpenText Functional Testing costly, preferring open-source alternatives, with high setup and licensing fees.
Regarding pricing, it is favorable compared to other tools, providing good value.
Software Engineer at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees
BlazeMeter requires licensing, which means it is not free like JMeter, adding to the setup cost considerations.
Director at SMKR Consultancy LLP
The price of OpenText UFT Developer is a bit higher than expected, but there are no better tools available for a valid comparison.
SQA Manager at Elmo Motion Control Ltd.
 

Valuable Features

BlazeMeter offers scalable load generation, easy integration, real-time analytics, and efficient large-scale testing with an intuitive interface.
OpenText Functional Testing offers flexibility, integration, and developer-friendly features, enhancing productivity and efficiency with strong stability and automation.
Unlike JMeter, which has limitations on user simulations, BlazeMeter allows me to test any number of users, helping my e-commerce website manage unpredictable traffic loads effectively while delivering accurate results I can trust to improve my systems.
Software Engineer at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees
BlazeMeter integrates with JMeter via multiple plugins, which streamlines performance testing, test monitoring, and report sharing.
Automation Architect at Aion Digital
BlazeMeter offers a higher limit on load simulation compared to standalone JMeter.
Director at SMKR Consultancy LLP
OpenText UFT Developer is user-friendly and integrates well with Visual Studio.
SQA Manager at Elmo Motion Control Ltd.
 

Categories and Ranking

BlazeMeter
Ranking in Functional Testing Tools
9th
Ranking in Test Automation Tools
6th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
50
Ranking in other categories
Performance Testing Tools (3rd), Load Testing Tools (3rd), API Testing Tools (8th)
OpenText Functional Testing...
Ranking in Functional Testing Tools
12th
Ranking in Test Automation Tools
10th
Average Rating
7.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
39
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Functional Testing Tools category, the mindshare of BlazeMeter is 1.2%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of OpenText Functional Testing for Developers is 3.1%, up from 2.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Functional Testing Tools Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
BlazeMeter1.2%
OpenText Functional Testing for Developers3.1%
Other95.7%
Functional Testing Tools
 

Featured Reviews

NP
Software Engineer at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees
Performance testing for peak retail events has become faster and delivers reliable user load insights
BlazeMeter offers numerous features, but the ones that stand out to me include its ease of use, predefined configurations for high-scale performance testing that can be executed quickly, AI-powered testing, scriptless testing, and accurate API testing with an auto-correction plugin to ensure the accuracy of the tests performed. While I cannot pinpoint a single favorite feature, I find myself using parallel execution frequently because this feature allows multiple tests to be run at once, greatly enhancing my workflow. BlazeMeter effectively handles dependency in microservice architecture, for example, linking one API to another to manage response flows, such as the login and registration APIs, which flows efficiently through BlazeMeter. BlazeMeter has positively impacted my organization by reducing the time required for testing due to its robust features that yield efficient results. Unlike JMeter, which has limitations on user simulations, BlazeMeter allows me to test any number of users, helping my e-commerce website manage unpredictable traffic loads effectively while delivering accurate results I can trust to improve my systems.
Eitan Gold - PeerSpot reviewer
SQA Manager at Elmo Motion Control Ltd.
User-friendly integration with support for Visual Studio enhances GUI testing capabilities
OpenText UFT Developer is user-friendly and integrates well with Visual Studio. The support is excellent. It is easy to implement tests with OpenText UFT Developer. We primarily use it for GUI testing and testing web applications with another application. This is the main usage for us. We also integrate it with the N-unit Framework, and they work well together.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
17%
Computer Software Company
12%
Retailer
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
17%
Manufacturing Company
14%
Performing Arts
8%
Computer Software Company
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business18
Midsize Enterprise9
Large Enterprise23
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business2
Midsize Enterprise12
Large Enterprise29
 

Questions from the Community

How does BlazeMeter compare with Apache JMeter?
Blazemeter is a continuous testing platform that provides scriptless test automation. It unifies functional and performance testing, enabling users to monitor and test public and private APIs. We ...
What do you like most about BlazeMeter?
It has a unique programming dashboard that is very user-friendly.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for BlazeMeter?
BlazeMeter's pricing depends on the type of account used. They offer multiple account types, with cost variations based on features accessible under each account.
What do you like most about Micro Focus UFT Developer?
There are many good things. Like it is intuitive and scripting was easy. Plus the availability of experienced resources in India due to its market leadership.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Micro Focus UFT Developer?
The price of OpenText UFT Developer is a bit higher than expected, but there are no better tools available for a valid comparison.
What needs improvement with Micro Focus UFT Developer?
As of now, we don't have integration in the CI/CD pipeline, but they are supporting that as well. When your machine is in a locked state, you can even execute the Windows application automation. Mi...
 

Also Known As

JMeter Cloud
Micro Focus UFT Developer, UFT Pro (LeanFT), Micro Focus UFT Pro (LeanFT), LeanFT, HPE LeanFT
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

DIRECTV, GAP, MIT, NBCUniversal, Pfizer, StubHub
Walmart, Hitachi, American Airlines, PepsiCo, AT&T, Ericsson, United Airlines
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