Perfecto vs ReadyAPI Performance comparison

Perforce and SmartBear are both solutions in the Performance Testing Tools category. Perforce is ranked #14, while SmartBear is ranked #10 with an average rating of 7.0. Perforce holds a 2.8% mindshare in PTT, compared to SmartBear’s 2.8% mindshare. Additionally, 88% of Perforce users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 87% of SmartBear users who would recommend it.

Perfecto

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88% willing to recommend

ReadyAPI Performance

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87% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 5, 2025

Perfecto and ReadyAPI Performance are leading competitors in the testing tools market. Perfecto appears to have an advantage with its extensive device lab and cross-platform testing capabilities ideal for mobile and web applications, whereas ReadyAPI Performance is specialized in API performance and security testing.

Features: Perfecto's cloud-based architecture supports numerous devices and platforms, providing automation and comprehensive testing features. It also offers immediate access to new devices, enhancing its cross-platform compatibility. ReadyAPI Performance excels in API testing, offering robust reporting and useful plugins, making it suitable for load and performance scenarios.

Room for Improvement: Perfecto could improve speed, support for more physical devices, and AI analytics. Enhancements in cross-platform accessibility and reporting are also desired. ReadyAPI Performance could benefit from better integration with website testing, improved client-side scripting, and more advanced machine learning features, along with pricing adjustments for broader adoption.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Perfecto provides multiple deployment options—public, private, and hybrid clouds—catering to different business models, coupled with highly regarded customer service. ReadyAPI Performance offers on-premises and public cloud deployment, also known for excellent customer service, though possibly involving different deployment complexities.

Pricing and ROI: Perfecto's pricing includes public and private cloud options, with the latter offering higher security at a premium, delivering good ROI by minimizing the need for physical devices. ReadyAPI Performance is affordably priced for its features, but there is demand for more student-friendly pricing. While ReadyAPI is cost-effective for specific API performance solutions, Perfecto potentially saves costs with virtual device use, particularly beneficial for extensive mobile testing.

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Categories and Ranking

Perfecto

Ranking in Performance Testing Tools

14th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Functional Testing Tools (16th), Mobile App Testing Tools (5th), Test Automation Tools (19th)

ReadyAPI Performance

Ranking in Performance Testing Tools

10th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Load Testing Tools (10th)

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Performance Testing Tools category, the mindshare of Perfecto is 2.8%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ReadyAPI Performance is 2.8%, up from 1.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Performance Testing Tools Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
ReadyAPI Performance	2.8%
Perfecto	2.8%
Other	94.4%

Performance Testing Tools

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Glenford John

Product Manager, Device Integration at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees

Saves us $2.6 million per year, provides more efficient testing, and helps us strengthen relationships with vendors

The automation piece is the most valuable feature. Every time we had a new version of either OS or an application, we found that being able to automate the testing across different devices is very valuable. Perfecto is great at executing cross-platform testing. From a carrier perspective, it's all mobile, but we also have web applications. We used to be able to test on Symbian, Windows OS, Android, and iOS. Today, we can go on a big screen and test on Chrome, Firefox, Explorer, and other browsers. My team leverages Perfecto's reporting and analytics. When we start stress testing an application, we can look at all the reporting that comes from that, and we can tell at what part of the day the app is performing better. Our analytics are very important to us. Presentations are important, so it's good to have reports with graphs that show the time of day or how the app was performing for months at a time. We use those reports to screen capture, go with the data, and to show to upper management. We can do a comparison of one version performance to another version of the application or device performance. We utilize Perfecto's cloud-based lab to test across devices, browsers, and OSs. We are a carrier, so we have our devices with different OS versions of devices. Right now, it's mostly just Apple and Androids. Back in the day, they had many different versions of the OS, but the only other thing on top of that is web-based browsers. We don't test Linux, which is an operating system of Windows. We don't use Perfecto's cloud. We use our own devices because we test on only our organization's devices. Unless we do some kind of competitive analysis, it's not really a test; it's just a comparison to see how other solutions compare to ours. The range of open-source technologies that Perfecto supports is great. I have a team of contractors that report to me and do all the testing for our organization, and that team turns over every couple of years. We mostly utilize the in-house automation that is available for anyone who isn't a great programmer. They have support for all these other drivers, and they have something for non-programmers who want to automate their work, which is amazing.

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Mahendra Andhale

Test Manager at Happiest Minds Technologies

Open-source and flexible but needs client-side scripting

It's an open-source tool and supports a lot of plugins and custom code, which allows integration with other tools like Azure and AWS. Also, the APIs tested with SoapUI can be directly used, avoiding the need to create collections like in Postman. The client-side scripting, if incorporated, would provide a complete solution for performance tests. It can handle user distribution and transaction throughput distribution effectively.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"We are continuously doing testing on different environments, devices, and platforms. It executes seamlessly on multiple devices without having any connectivity issues. It has been really helpful for us to test on cloud devices."

"Perfecto facilitates delivering the product on time, through the cloud devices, so that there is no impact to our end-users."

"One of the good things about Perfecto is the scalability that it provides."

"When the scripts are stable, Perfecto is awesome."

"We're working in Agile and we need results ASAP. The fact that the lab provides same-day access to new devices is extremely important to us."

"It creates a faster production cycle and is quick to market. Things get deployed earlier because the testing happens on time. We can do a lot of panelization, so a lot of test phases can happen in a panel. People don't have to wait for a device to come to them. They can access multiple devices at the same time and do testing at the same time."

"The number one feature, which if we didn't have out-of-the-box would be missed, is the fact that we have video execution. That gives us the ability to view errors or defects in the progression, from beginning to the end of the video."

"Being able to run automated tests and see the success and failure rate of those runs every day has saved us a lot of time and helped us identify issues much sooner, which has improved the quality of our software."

More Perfecto pros

"The performance and reporting of this solution have been its most valuable features."

"We find the product to be scalable."

"It has helped improve productivity and functionality."

"We can scale."

"It's an open-source tool and supports a lot of plugins and custom code, which allows integration with other tools like Azure and AWS."

"It is a very good and handy product, there are so many features, and it is getting more popular day by day."

"Eventually, we enhanced the whole automation, and how it should get integrated with the hardware, or another tool like Jenkins for CI/CD automation."

"he initial deployment process is easy."

Cons

"There could be some improvements done on the interface. At times, there has been a bit of a struggle when finding things on the interface."

"There was a discussion about having the capability to export the test results to a certain tool that we use in our project. If that were added it would be great not having to manually take screenshots, put them in a document, and share them on the different test management tools."

"I'm hoping that Perfecto will come up with browser testing as well because it would be easier to access it."

"Previously, we used the cradle. Every time the mobile was blocking it, we would have to ask Perfecto to provide another one. That took a lot of time away from us."

"The monitoring features, in particular network traffic monitoring, could be improved."

"It would be ideal if there was a complete integration with other test management tools and other applications like HPLM, Micro Focus, or Microsoft Azure."

"One improvement would be speed of execution. If it is an iOS native app, we have noticed that the speed is a bit slower."

"We feel that Perfecto is a little slow. If they could improve on that slowness in accessing the app, when we want to click a button, that would be great because we feel the difference. An improvement in the connectivity speed is required."

More Perfecto cons

"I want the solution to be able to monitor Apache Kafka activity as well."

"It is very slow sometimes. If they could improve its performance, it would be really great for the users."

"I'd not sure if they have the same level of documentation for performance and security testing."

"The client-side scripting mostly isn't needed for performance testing, however, if implemented, it would enhance the tool."

"This solution could be improved by offering artificial AI testing in addition to API testing. For example, we would like to have machine learning testing because when test applications, manual work could be completed automatically using this functionality."

"I'm not sure if they have the same level of documentation for performance and security testing."

"It is very slow sometimes."

"We need some time to understand and configure the solution."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Pricing-wise, it is fine. It is not as expensive as what we used to have in the past from HP, IBM, and others. It is decently priced."

"Perfecto is about 30-40% cheaper than Device Anywhere. That was a big reason why we switched. Perfecto also solves some of the issues that we had with Device Anywhere. We have grown by 100% since we started to use Perfecto, and now we have devices roaming. When we look at the competition, we would still stick with Perfecto."

"Although Perfecto is a good product for us to use, it is a bit expensive. It takes management a bit of work to find the appropriate funding for us to keep Perfecto. I imagine there could be some way to make it more accessible."

"Perfecto's price is excellent compared to other products with similar features. It was the lowest of the three we evaluated. We also established a partnership with Perfecto, so they provide discounts when we sell Perfecto projects and licenses to our customers."

"I am not sure about its pricing, but from our perspective, licensing has been easy. Anytime I have new users or requests for users that want to get added, it's a very simple process. I just give the architectural owner of the product the name and email address, and they're able to easily add a new user. We don't have any issues in regards to getting licenses, but I don't have any insights into pricing."

"It's definitely on the higher end of prices for this type of service."

"Pricing is an area where Perfecto can do a little better. When we obtain additional licenses, we enter into negotiations with them."

"Perfecto has definitely saved us on the costs and efforts of having to maintain our own virtual test environment. We lost about 20 devices in the past to maintenance and audit. That was a massive loss for us, as a company, because we were giving devices to someone, but don't know whether we would get it back or not. Having those virtual labs, we don't need to worry about these kinds of things. We are easily saving $5,000 to $10,000 a month on device costing."

More Perfecto pricing and cost advice

"ReadyAPI Performance’s pricing is reasonable."

"This solution operates on a licence basis and the usage and cost varies according to the use case. It is more expensive if you include access to the learning center. On average it costs approximately 800 Euros."

"We find the cost to be affordable."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

23%

Construction Company

Manufacturing Company

Healthcare Company

Financial Services Firm

16%

Media Company

10%

Retailer

10%

Performing Arts

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	1
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	23

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	2
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	5

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ReadyAPI Performance?

Load UI is mostly free, and the pricing for the pro version is very affordable compared to other tools like LoadRunner.

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What needs improvement with ReadyAPI Performance?

The client-side scripting mostly isn't needed for performance testing, however, if implemented, it would enhance the tool.

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What is your primary use case for ReadyAPI Performance?

The primary use case is to conduct server-side performance tests, scalability tests, and endurance tests using SoapUI and Load UI.

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Also Known As

Perfecto Mobile, Perfecto Web

LoadUI NG Pro

Overview

Perfecto is a cloud-based testing platform that supports automated and manual testing processes across many devices and operating systems, facilitating cross-platform and real-time data access. Users experience seamless testing integrations, although improvements are sought in some areas.

Perfecto provides extensive mobile testing capabilities across iOS, Android, and more, with automation and enhanced reporting options such as video recordings. While it excels with Appium and Selenium integration for cross-platform consistency and CI Dashboard features, it faces challenges in iOS web testing and hybrid apps. Users indicate the need for better integration with test management tools, dashboard metrics improvements, and machine learning features. Cloud device response times and UI interactions could benefit from performance enhancements, while users desire longer report history and API automation advancements.

What are Perfecto's most important features?

Cloud-based Architecture: Access a vast array of devices and OS versions for testing scalability.
Automation: Supports Selenium and Appium for streamlined testing processes.
Enhanced Reporting: Offers video recordings to help validate tests thoroughly.
Cross-platform Testing: Execute tests across multiple platforms efficiently.
Real-time Data Access: Monitor tests via CI Dashboard and Live Stream.

What benefits or ROI can users expect from reviews?

Increased Device Availability: Quickly access the newest devices and software updates.
Improved Testing Speed: Allow faster test execution and feedback loops.
Scalability: Easily scale up or down with cloud-based resources.
Enhanced Productivity: Automate tests and streamline reporting for efficiency.

Perfecto has broad applications in industries such as retail, finance, and technology, where secure and scalable testing is critical. Organizations employ it in both private and public cloud environments for mobile, web, and API testing. Its ability to provide extensive device coverage and integration into existing CI/CD processes makes it integral for ensuring reliable mobile app performance and compatibility across platforms.

Perforce

ReadyAPI Performance is known for its powerful load, spike, and operational volume testing, supported by robust reporting and security features. It ensures easy deployment and seamless integration with platforms like Azure and AWS.

ReadyAPI Performance stands out due to its ability to handle comprehensive performance tests and measure transactions per second effectively. Its client-side scripting, coupled with impressive scalability and stability, aids in efficient defect identification and functionality validation. The tool is appreciated for supporting multiple assertions and generating detailed reports. Although users suggest enhancements like improved speed and better Apache Kafka activity monitoring, ReadyAPI Performance continues to be a trusted option for teams conducting server-side tests and evaluating web services.

What are the key features of ReadyAPI Performance?

Load and Spike Testing: Effective for evaluating site response under variable traffic conditions.
Extensive Reporting: Generates detailed performance analysis and user distribution reports.
Integration Capabilities: Bridges seamlessly with Azure, AWS, and multiple frameworks.
Client-side Scripting: Offers customization and automation for complex scenarios.
Multiple Assertions: Supports various types of assertions for thorough validation.

What are the advantages of using ReadyAPI Performance?

Scalability: Reliable under heavy loads, perfect for growing business demands.
Stability: Provides a stable environment for consistent testing outcomes.
Efficient Defect Identification: Automation boosts early bug detection.
Cost Effectiveness: Offers comprehensive features despite higher upfront costs.

Development and QA teams across industries leverage ReadyAPI Performance for fine-tuning API responses, integrating backend codes, and ensuring optimal performance in FinTech and banking services. By configuring automation for scalability and endurance tests, they validate transaction efficacy and backend integrations, especially with open banking services.

SmartBear

Sample Customers

Virgin Media, Paychex, Rabobank, R+V, Discover

Mercedes-Benz, Adobe, Hilton Hotels, The Home Depot

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