testRigor
Plain English test automation with AI-powered self-healing. Write tests in natural language without coding.
Overview
testRigor is an AI-driven test automation platform that allows testers to write tests in plain English (or 60+ other natural languages). Instead of CSS selectors or XPath, you write commands like "click on the Sign In button" or "enter a valid email address into the Email field." The AI engine interprets these commands and executes them against the application, adapting to UI changes automatically.
testRigor is particularly popular with teams that have non-technical QA engineers or business analysts who need to create and maintain tests without programming skills.
What it's used for
testRigor excels when:
- Non-technical testers create automation: Plain English syntax removes the coding barrier entirely.
- UI is highly dynamic: AI-based element finding is more resilient than traditional locators.
- Cross-platform coverage needed: Web, mobile web, and native mobile from the same tests.
- Exploratory testing integration: Convert manual exploratory sessions into automated tests.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Plain English test authoring — no coding required
- AI element detection is highly resilient to UI changes
- Supports web, mobile web, and native mobile
- Integrated test management and reporting
- API testing supported within the same plain-English syntax
Cons
- Expensive: starts at ~$300/month for small teams
- Limited debugging capability for technical failures
- Can be slower than code-based tools for complex scenarios
- SaaS-only with limited on-premise options
- Smaller ecosystem and community than Selenium/Playwright
Platforms & Integrations
testRigor is a cloud-based SaaS platform. It tests web applications, mobile web, and native mobile apps (via integration with device clouds).
Pricing
| Tier | Cost | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | From ~$300/mo | Up to 5 users, basic test execution |
| Professional | Custom | Unlimited users, advanced AI features, API access |
| Enterprise | Custom | SSO, dedicated support, custom integrations, on-premise option |
NZ Context
testRigor is less common in NZ than mabl or Testim, but it is gaining traction among teams with business-focused QA departments. The plain-English approach resonates with NZ organisations upskilling manual testers into automation roles. However, the price point is a barrier for smaller NZ companies.
Alternatives
- mabl — Similar AI self-healing but with a recorder-based approach instead of plain English.
- Testsigma — Another plain-English AI testing platform, often more affordable.
- Robot Framework — Free keyword-driven framework with natural-language-like syntax.