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Most teams underestimate what manual and OSS GUI testing actually costs. Calculate your number in under 2 minutes.
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Your current annual testing cost breakdown
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Where your primary cost driver is
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What a more efficient approach could look like
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Whether automation makes financial sense at your scale
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Situation Summary
Diagnosis
Recommendation
Cost comparison: Current vs. Optimized
Where your saving comes from:
- Reduced manual testing hours:
- Less: Squish costs:
- Estimated net saving:
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This tool is designed for self-service exploration. For a formal ROI analysis as part of an active evaluation, speak to a specialist.
Results are high-level estimates based on industry averages and the inputs you provide — they do not constitute financial advice, procurement guidance, or a formal business case. Actual costs and savings will vary based on your specific environment, team structure, and tooling decisions.
Sources (2026): Regional hourly rates based on
publicly available QA salary data, February 2026 (reviewed annually). The 70% automation level referenced represents the midpoint of the 50–75% target range most organisations aspire to reach (World Quality Report 2024–25, Capgemini/Sogeti, n=1,775).
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