// comparison
AegisRunner vs Katalon
Katalon relies on a desktop IDE, record-and-playback, and Groovy scripting. AegisRunner generates a full regression suite from a URL — no code, no Object Repository, and exports to Playwright anytime.
Side-by-side
| Feature | Katalon | AegisRunner |
|---|---|---|
| Approach | Record-and-playback + Groovy/Java scripting | |
| Getting started | Download Katalon Studio desktop IDE | |
| Page discovery | Manual — you record what to test | |
| Selector strategy | XPath-heavy via Object Repository | |
| Visual regression | Katalon TestOps add-on (paid) | |
| A11y / SEO / security | Not included | |
| CI/CD | Katalon Runtime Engine (paid licence) | |
| Code export | Proprietary Katalon format | |
| Mobile testing | Yes (Appium-based) | |
| Free tier | Very limited | |
| Entry paid plan | ~$175/mo (Katalon Premium) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is AegisRunner a good Katalon alternative?
If you want regression coverage without maintaining Groovy scripts or an Object Repository, yes. AegisRunner generates and heals tests automatically from your URL, and exports standard Playwright if you ever want the code.
Do I need to install anything?
No. Katalon Studio is a desktop IDE; AegisRunner runs entirely in your browser. Paste a URL and the scan starts.
Can I export my tests?
Yes — AegisRunner exports clean Playwright TypeScript, so you're never locked into a proprietary format.
Where does Katalon win?
Katalon ships native mobile testing through Appium and covers web + mobile + API + desktop in a single GUI. If your team already lives in Katalon Studio and tests native iOS / Android, staying with Katalon is simpler.
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