Cypress
JavaScript-based testing framework for modern web applications
Ranked #2 in Open-source test automation tools, and on 1 more ranking.
Cypress provides a developer-friendly testing framework specifically designed for modern web applications built with JavaScript frameworks. It offers real-time test execution, excellent debugging, and faster feedback loops than traditional Selenium approaches.
At a glance
| Price from | Free (open source), $99/month (Cloud) |
| Best for | Frontend teams and JavaScript developers testing contemporary web applications |
From Cypress's own website.
Company facts
| Social profiles | LinkedIn, X, Facebook, YouTube, GitHub |
| Brand colour | #69d3a7 |
Facilities and features
Its website also mentions:
- Published pricing
- Self-serve sign-up
- API
- Integrations
What stands out
Cypress runs tests in a real browser for fast execution.
“Watch your end-to-end and component tests run in real time as you develop your applications.”Cypress, own website
The product automatically waits for commands without arbitrary sleeps.
“Never add arbitrary waits or sleeps to your tests. Cypress automatically waits for commands and assertions before moving on.”Cypress, own website
Worth knowing
- Limited to JavaScript environments and modern browsers
- Cross-browser support not as comprehensive as some competitors
How it ranks
Cypress is ranked 2nd of 10 in Open-source test automation tools (Lister Score 90.0) and 5th of 10 in Best browser testing platforms (Lister Score 92.0).
#2 in Open-source test automation tools · Lister Score 90.0
Cypress is an open-source testing framework for modern web applications. It proves that AI-written code functions correctly through rigorous execution.
Runs tests directly in the browser for rapid feedback.
How the score is made up: fit to this ranking's criteria 40; evidence on its own site 20; buying information on its own site 16; how complete its published information is 14.
“What if there were a framework that brought fast, easy and reliable test automation to the modern web?”Cypress, own website
“Cypress App Test your modern applications with our open-source app”Cypress, own website
| Rank | Open-source test automation tools | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Perforce Zend | 92.0 |
| 2 | Cypress | 90.0 |
| 3 | AppVeyor | 88.0 |
| 4 | BuildBuddy | 88.0 |
| 5 | WebdriverIO | 86.0 |
| 6 | Deno | 82.0 |
| 7 | Cubenest | 78.0 |
| 8 | Taiko | 78.0 |
| 9 | Galen Framework | 76.0 |
| 10 | Selenium | 76.0 |
#5 in Best browser testing platforms · Lister Score 92.0
Cypress is a JavaScript end-to-end and component testing framework that runs directly in the browser. It allows developers to write, run, and debug tests with real-time feedback and visual debugging capabilities.
Runs tests in a real browser for fast execution.
How the score is made up: fit to this ranking's criteria 40; evidence on its own site 20; how complete its published information is 16; buying information on its own site 16.
“Test modern apps directly in your browser Build, test, and debug directly in your browser with a seamless”Cypress, own website
| Rank | Best browser testing platforms | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ghost Inspector | 100.0 |
| 2 | Applitools | 98.0 |
| 3 | Sauce Labs | 98.0 |
| 4 | TestingBot | 98.0 |
| 5 | Cypress | 92.0 |
| 6 | BrowserStack | 90.0 |
| 7 | Chromatic | 86.0 |
| 8 | Percy | 86.0 |
| 9 | Playwright | 80.0 |
| 10 | WebdriverIO | 80.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How does Cypress rank on Lister?
Cypress is ranked 2nd of 10 in Open-source test automation tools (Lister Score 90.0) and 5th of 10 in Best browser testing platforms (Lister Score 92.0).