K6 Review - why 3.6 stars?

Shlomi Lavi / updated: Nov 28, 2022

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What is K6?

K6 is an automated performance testing tool for businesses of all sizes. It offers on- demand testing facilities for websites, web applications, mobile apps, and APIs. The software was designed and launched by K6 headquartered in California, United States.

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Who is it best for?

Customers of the software include small and medium businesses as well as various Fortune500 companies. It has been deployed in such industries as communication, technology, software development, networking, media and entertainment, publishing, financial services, and others. Some major customers of the software include IBM, SalesForce, and RackSpace etc.

Main features and functionalities

The software offers simulation of traffic without any hidden caching or complex user behavior. It features simultaneous multi-geo load generation with support for up to 10 different locations at the same time. More locations can be added upon request.

K6 features automatic and advanced scripting services using its own IDE with code completion, parsing, data parameterization, and other services. Web pages can be analyzed and load scripts can be automatically generated without any need of programming. The software also features easy-to-use scenario recorders for HTTP sessions using proxy recorder and Chrome extension. Other important services include server metrics, test scheduling and automation, and real time testing.

What is the actual cost?

The cost of license starts at $89 per month. ITQlick pricing score is 4.8 out of 10 (10 is most expensive). Access ITQlick pricing guide for K6. You can also find here pricing information from K6's website.

How it stacks up?

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