Ranorex Studio vs Zeenyx AscentialTest comparison

Ranorex and Zeenyx are both solutions in the Functional Testing Tools category. Ranorex is ranked #19, while Zeenyx is ranked #17 with an average rating of 10.0. Ranorex holds a 3.2% mindshare in FT, compared to Zeenyx’s 0.3% mindshare. Additionally, 95% of Ranorex users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Zeenyx users who would recommend it.

Ranorex Studio

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 18, 2024

Zeenyx AscentialTest and Ranorex Studio compete in the testing platform category. Ranorex Studio often holds a competitive edge due to its comprehensive feature set.

Features: Zeenyx AscentialTest offers scriptless testing, advanced test case management, and visual test case creation, making it accessible to non-technical users. Ranorex Studio provides extensive integration options, cross-platform testing, and detailed reporting, addressing a wider array of testing needs.

Room for Improvement: Zeenyx AscentialTest could enhance support for complex integrations and expand cross-platform capabilities. Additional reporting features would also be beneficial. Meanwhile, Ranorex Studio might improve ease of use for beginners and offer additional flexibility in test script customization, alongside enhancements in mobile testing support and optimization.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Zeenyx AscentialTest ensures a straightforward installation and offers responsive customer support suited for teams seeking personalized assistance. Ranorex Studio provides seamless deployment complemented by robust technical support and vast online resources to facilitate user adoption.

Pricing and ROI: Zeenyx AscentialTest is affordable, appealing to small and medium enterprises with budget constraints, providing competitive ROI through reduced automation time. Ranorex Studio requires higher initial investment but delivers substantial ROI with its rich functionalities and scalability, making it attractive to larger organizations preferring feature-rich solutions despite cost.

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Categories and Ranking

Ranorex Studio

Ranking in Functional Testing Tools

19th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Mobile App Testing Tools (10th), Regression Testing Tools (7th), Test Automation Tools (16th)

Zeenyx AscentialTest

Ranking in Functional Testing Tools

17th

Average Rating

9.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Test Management Tools (13th)

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Functional Testing Tools category, the mindshare of Ranorex Studio is 3.2%, down from 3.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zeenyx AscentialTest is 0.3%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Functional Testing Tools Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Zeenyx AscentialTest	0.3%
Ranorex Studio	3.2%
Other	96.5%

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Aws V

IT Team Leader -Automation Manager at Citco

Good data security, allowing local installations to prevent data from going to the internet

There were a lot of issues we faced. One notable improvement would be better API integration within the tool itself, as we still rely on external tools like Postman. Additionally, expanding language support beyond C#, Java, and JavaScript to include Python would be beneficial. An AI feature that automatically detects automation object properties and suggests actions would be a great addition. So, in future releases, AI solutions for automated property identification would be helpful.

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Tobias Roth

Software developer at Weiss GmbH Softwarelösungen

Robust automation with reusable steps and seamless integration

The concept of reusable steps in Zeenyx AscentialTest has significantly enhanced our test automation efficiency. Encapsulating common actions into modular steps reduces redundancy in test scripts and ensures consistency across scenarios. This approach streamlines maintenance efforts, allowing updates to be applied universally, making our test suite more agile and adaptable to evolving project requirements. The concept of reusable steps is a key factor in maximizing reusability and maintainability in our test automation strategy. AscentialTest's object recognition in snapshots is a robust feature that goes beyond standard elements, even accurately identifying objects within Datawindows. This capability ensures precise interaction with various components of an application's interface, further enhancing the reliability and effectiveness of our automated tests.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"The most valuable feature of Ranorex Studio is its user-friendly interface."

"I'm from a UFT background, so Ranorex Studio has a similar feel in terms of how it handles objects. It just felt familiar even though I'd never seen it before. However, it doesn't have all the bells and whistles of UFT, but it's a pretty good start, and it's cost-effective."

"The scalability is very good. It's probably one of the better tools I've seen on the market."

"The solution is fast and includes built-in libraries that record and playback."

"The solution is stable."

"Object identification is good."

"I like the recording function and Ranorex Spy."

"The solutions's regression testing is very important for our company, as is the continuous integration process."

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"AscentialTest's object recognition in snapshots is a robust feature that goes beyond standard elements, even accurately identifying objects within Datawindows."

"It’s been really easy to automate the same application TestComplete struggled with. I have been able to automate two of our key applications in just a few months. I haven’t even taken their training."

"If you use the PowerBuilder application, do choose AscentialTest without thinking twice."

"The most valuable feature of AscentialTest for us is that it fully supports PowerBuilder."

Cons

"The solution's technical support team could be responsive."

"I would like to be able to customize the data grids. They are currently written in Visual Basic and we are unable to get down to the cell level without hard-code."

"Binding to other sources is very good but the object recognition in .NET desktop applications often doesn't work."

"The object detection functionality needs to be improved."

"Ranorex is used in Windows while other solutions, for example, Katalon Studio, are cross-platform. (But in my opinion, overall, Ranorex is better)."

"Other OS Support, Ranorex Spy performance improvement (Especially for Silverlight controls)."

"If there are many queries on the web page, Ranorex will not render the page correctly. I had about 1,000 queries on the page, and the solution was not able to handle it."

"When Ranorex is upgraded, the compatibility with other projects, in version control, in-house or on-premise, fails on occasion. However, overall, the stability is good."

More Ranorex Studio cons

"The only thing I can't wait for is for Zeenyx to add automating Mobile apps."

"I would like to see an improvement in the User Interface."

"Streamlining the retrieval of results from individual test set runs would be beneficial."

"Classes are not as object-oriented as I would like, but I am a programmer and not QA so I expect a lot."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The licensing fees depend on the number of users."

"Licensing fees are paid on a yearly basis."

"Our company has one license per user with each costing two lakh rupees."

"This solution is a more expensive solution compared to some of the other competitors."

"There are several types of licenses and you need to choose depending on your needs and level of usage."

"We paid €3,000 (approximately $3,300 USD) for this solution. When you add the runtime licenses it will be €3,500 (approximately $3,900 USD)."

"Once it starts generating ROI, which for us took between three and six months, one will not even think about the investment."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

17%

Manufacturing Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

Government

Healthcare Company

21%

Government

14%

University

11%

Energy/Utilities Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	14
Midsize Enterprise	13
Large Enterprise	23

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	7
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	4

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AscentialTest's object recognition in snapshots is a robust feature that goes beyond standard elements, even accurately identifying objects within Datawindows.

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While Zeenyx AscentialTest has proven to be a valuable asset in our testing processes, there are areas where improvements could enhance the overall user experience. One notable aspect is the user i...

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We use AscentialTest for automated testing of Powerbuilder applications via CI/CD pipeline with GitLab. We have fully integrated all tests in our CI/CD pipeline. Thanks to the integration, much wor...

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Overview

Ranorex is a leading software development company that offers innovative test automation software. Ranorex makes testing easy, saves time in the testing process and empowers clients to ensure the highest quality of their products. Its flexible tools and quick ROI make it the ideal choice for companies of virtually any size – and this is why thousands of clients in over 60 countries trust in its excellence.

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AscentialTest™ by Zeenyx Software is an enterprise level Test Management System that encompasses Test Planning, Development, Data Management, Execution and Defect Tracking for applications running on Windows, the web, java, dotNet, terminals and PowerBuilder. This “next generation” testing solution allows users to build robust automated and manual tests from reusable components created by its powerful object recognition engine without recording or scripting. Our patented ‘snapshot’ technology generates graphical representations of the application under test which allows users to build ‘Steps’ by dragging and dropping objects in a visual test editor. Reusable Steps are combined to form a multitude of automated and manual tests that are easy to create and maintain. With AscentialTest, companies realize a dramatic reduction in test creation and maintenance times, resulting in increased productivity and lower costs.

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Sample Customers

Siemens, TomTom, Adidas, Canon, Lufthansa, Roche, Cisco, Philipps, Dell, Motorola, Toshiba, Citrix, Ericsson, sage, Continental, IBM, Credit Suisse, Vodafone

TJX Companies, Nuance Communications, Ericsson Inc., Transatlantic Reinsurance Company, Accenture, Nutrition Coordinating Center, Univ. of MN, iConectiv, Fortress Software, and LMP Corp.

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