Testably vs Qase
Smarter Versioning, Lower Cost, Same Modern UX
Qase is a clean modern TCM, but it charges per user and locks AI behind add-ons. Testably matches the modern UX, adds true Shared Step version control, and uses flat-rate pricing — starting at $19/month.
Feature Comparison
How Testably stacks up against Qase
| Feature | Testably | Qase |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | 1 project · 100 TCs | 1 project · 3 members · 500 TCs |
| 14-day Starter trial (no card) | Trial only | |
| Test case management | ||
| Shared Steps with version pinning | Always-latest | |
| Side-by-side step diff & bulk update | ||
| Run-level step snapshots | ||
| AI test case generation | Built-in, all paid plans | Paid add-on |
| Requirements Traceability (RTM) | Hobby+ unlimited | Business+ only |
| Jira two-way sync | All plans | Paid plans only |
| CI/CD integration | Professional+ | Business+ only |
| Slack & Teams notifications | Hobby+ | Business+ only |
| Flat-rate team pricing | ||
| Exploratory testing |
Key Differences
What sets Testably apart from Qase
Shared Steps with True Version Control
Testably is the only TCM where each test case pins the Shared Step version it was linked at. When a newer version exists, you see an upward arrow alert and can preview a side-by-side diff before updating — or bulk-update all dependent test cases at once. Qase uses an always-latest model with no version pinning, so any change instantly affects every test case.
Pricing Model
Qase charges per user per month — costs scale linearly as your team grows. Testably uses flat-rate team plans: $19 Hobby (5 members), $49 Starter (5 members), or $99 Professional (20 members). A 20-person team pays $99/month on Testably vs $460+/month on Qase Startup, before any AI add-ons.
AI Built In, Not Bolted On
Testably includes AI test case generation as a core feature on all paid plans — generate from text descriptions, Jira issues, or exploratory sessions. Qase offers AI generation only as a paid add-on, increasing your total cost beyond the base subscription.
Run Integrity
When a Shared Step is updated mid-execution, Testably preserves the original step snapshot for any test case already executed (passed/failed/blocked), while allowing untested cases in the same run to update to the latest version. Qase has no equivalent safeguard — your test results can become disconnected from the steps that produced them.
Pricing Comparison
Testably's flat-rate plans vs Qase's pricing
| Plan | Testably | Qase |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0/mo 1 project · 2 members · 100 TCs | $0/mo 1 project · 3 members · 500 TCs |
| Hobby | $19/mo 3 projects · 5 members · RTM unlimited | N/A No equivalent plan |
| Small team (5) | $49/mo Starter · Up to 5 members | ~$125/mo $25/user × 5 (Startup) |
| Mid team (10) | $99/mo Professional · Up to 20 members | ~$250/mo $25/user × 10 (Startup) |
| Large team (20) | $99/mo Professional · Up to 20 members | ~$500/mo $25/user × 20 (Startup) |
| Enterprise (21–50) | $249/mo Enterprise S | Custom Contact sales required |
| Enterprise (51–100) | $499/mo Enterprise M | Custom Contact sales required |
| Enterprise (100+) | Custom Enterprise L | Custom Contact sales required |
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Start Free — No Credit Card RequiredFrequently Asked Questions
Qase Free has 500 test cases — why is Testably Free only 100?
Honest answer: Qase's Free tier is more generous on TC count. Testably's Free is positioned as an evaluation tier — enough to build a real regression suite for one feature and experience every core capability. If you need more, the $19 Hobby plan gives you 3 projects, 5 members, RTM, and Shared Steps — still less than half of Qase Startup. We compete on Shared Step versioning, AI built in, and flat-rate team pricing, not on free-tier TC count.
Can I import my test cases from Qase?
Yes. Export your test cases from Qase as CSV and import them directly into Testably. The migration typically takes under 10 minutes for most teams.
Does Testably have AI features like Qase?
Yes — and Testably includes AI test case generation on all paid plans at no extra cost. In Qase, AI generation is a paid add-on. With Testably, you get AI generation from text descriptions, Jira issues, and exploratory sessions as part of your base plan.
How does Testably handle Shared Steps versioning?
Each test case pins the Shared Step version it was linked at. When a newer version is published, you see an upward arrow alert, can preview a side-by-side diff, and choose to update individually or bulk-update all dependent test cases. During test runs, executed test cases keep their original step snapshot for audit integrity, while untested cases can pull the latest version. Qase does not offer this level of version control.
Why is Testably cheaper for larger teams?
Testably uses flat-rate team pricing. Once you're on Professional ($99/mo), you can add up to 20 team members at no extra cost. Qase charges per seat, so your bill grows linearly with team size.
What if I need Jira integration?
Testably offers native two-way Jira Cloud sync on all plans, including Free — link test cases to Jira issues, auto-create bugs from test failures, and sync statuses both directions. Qase locks Jira integration behind paid plans.
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No credit card required. Free plan includes 1 project, 2 members, and 100 test cases — plus a 14-day Starter trial.