A test management tool with a more holistic approach an game-changing features
October 10, 2023

A test management tool with a more holistic approach an game-changing features

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with Tricentis qTest

We use the Tricentis qTest in our Quality & Assurance Department's integrated environment using Agile and DevOps frameworks, to ensure seamless data flow across tools throughout our software development lifecycle. The main business problem addressed by the product is on scalability. qTest centralizes test cases, integrating performance metrics to pinpoint scalability issues. It promotes sprint based testing with immediate feedback loops and facilitates real0time collaboration among dispersed teams.
  • centralized test cases
  • sprint-based testing
  • rich analytics to monitor software quality and scalability trends
  • simpler and more intuitive Interface
  • more extensive integration with third-party tools
  • Real-time collaboration for analysis and report generation
  • Enhancing collaboration has reduced the communication bottlenecks by 20%, with estimated cost savings of $10.000/year
  • Continuous testing enables 30% increased in release frequency
  • Initial learning curve for beginners will takes at least 2 weeks just to get comfortable with the basic functionalities.
Integration with Jira is quite deep, offering bidirectional synchronization native support makes the setup relatively straightforward. Integrating with Jenkins enables automated test results to funnel back to qTest, ensuring a consolidated view of testing. The complexity rises when integrating with Selenium. Even though Selenium scripts can be executed and reported in qTest, however often the results need to be reformatted to be compatible with qTest
Tricentis qTest has revolutionized software testing process in our organization by offering a unified platform for testing activities. By Centralizing test management, it enhances visibility across projects, giving stakeholders a clear snapshot of the testing status, progress, and outcomes. This clarity allows teams to more accurately assess risk coverage, pinpoining areas of software that might be under-tested or prone to defects. The detailed traceability feature is also pivotal in regulatory compliance, by ensuring that every requirement is matched with corresponding test cases and results.
All of them offer formidable solutions in the test management realm, but each one caters to different niche and need. qTest distinguishes itself with its deep integration capabilities, especially with Agile and DevOps tools, enabling streamlined CI/CD process. Its modern, user-centric interface contrasts with ALM's more dated appearance and complex setup. While TestRail provides a clean user experience and caters to a broad spectrum of business, qTest's scalability, from SMBs to large enterprises, stands out. PractiTest's cloud-based solution is geared towards mid-sized companies, but qTest's flexibility, advanced analytics, and robust reporting grant teams actionable insights. qTest' approach to a more holistic test management closely aligning with modern software development practices.

Do you think Tricentis qTest delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Tricentis qTest's feature set?

Yes

Did Tricentis qTest live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of Tricentis qTest go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Tricentis qTest again?

Yes

The qTest is well-suited for organizations transitioning to Agile or DevOps frameworks. It Streamlines test management with real-time collaboration and integrates with popular CI/CD tools. It excels in complex, large-scale projects needing centralized test cases management, traceability, and detailed reporting. However, organizations on a tight budget might find it cost prohibitive compared to simpler, low-cost alternatives.

Tricentis qTest Feature Ratings

Centralized test management
9
Manage test hosts and schedules
8
Test execution reporting
8
Defect management
9