Octoperf
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What is Octoperf
OctoPerf is a performance and load testing platform used to design, run, and analyze load tests for web applications and APIs. It targets QA, performance engineering, and DevOps teams that need to validate scalability and identify bottlenecks before release. The product combines a web-based test design experience with distributed load generation and reporting, and it supports integrating performance tests into CI/CD pipelines.
Web-based test design
OctoPerf provides a browser-based interface to create and manage load test scenarios without requiring all users to work directly in code. This can reduce setup time for teams that want a centralized workspace for scripts, datasets, and test plans. It also supports collaboration workflows where multiple stakeholders review test configuration and results.
Distributed load generation
The platform supports running tests with load generators that can be distributed to simulate traffic from multiple sources. This helps teams approximate real-world concurrency and geographic distribution patterns. It is useful for validating capacity limits and observing system behavior under sustained or peak load.
CI/CD integration support
OctoPerf is designed to fit into automated delivery workflows by enabling performance tests to run as part of build and release pipelines. This supports repeatable regression performance testing and trend tracking across releases. Teams can use this to gate deployments based on performance criteria rather than relying only on manual test cycles.
Load testing-centric scope
OctoPerf focuses primarily on performance and load testing rather than providing a broad functional test automation suite. Teams looking for end-to-end test management, device/browser coverage, or large-scale functional automation may need additional tools. This can increase overall tooling complexity for organizations seeking a single platform for multiple QA disciplines.
Scripting and protocol constraints
As with most load testing platforms, supported protocols, scripting options, and correlation handling can constrain what applications are practical to test. Complex authentication flows, highly dynamic applications, or non-standard protocols may require additional engineering effort. Teams should validate protocol coverage and scripting fit during evaluation.
Operational cost considerations
Running large or frequent load tests can drive higher infrastructure usage, especially when using distributed generators and long-duration scenarios. This can make cost management and test scheduling important for continuous testing programs. Organizations may need governance around when to run high-scale tests and how to retain results data.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free (forever) | Up to 50 concurrent VUs; max test duration 20 minutes; access to all SaaS platform features; no credit card required; 24 months data retention; Max real browser VUs: 1; Private IPs add-on: $30/IP (€20/IP). |
| Unlimited Performance | Starting at $999 per month (USD) / €649 per month (EUR) | Designed for teams; starting at 1000 VUs; unlimited tests, unlimited test duration, unlimited parallel runs; support included; 24 months data retention; free workshop, dedicated demo, dedicated account manager; full on-premise infrastructure available; contact sales for quote. |
Pay-as-you-go (Pay-Per-Test): Pricing model: Pay-as-you-go (Pay-Per-Test). Free tier/trial: OctoPerf offers a permanent free account (50 VUs / 20 minutes). Example costs: Starting at $99 per test hour (USD) / €69 per test hour (EUR) for a single 1000 VUs test (max test duration 1 hour). Notes: Pay-Per-Test is for a fixed number of tests (usually 1) with limited duration; on-premise/infrastructure options and private IPs are available as add-ons ($30/IP €20/IP).
