Zephyr Alternative
Looking for a Zephyr alternative?
TestCollab gives you standalone test management without Jira lock-in, AI-powered test generation, built-in requirements management, and pricing that scales with your testers — not your entire Jira instance.
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Why teams choose TestCollab
What you get with TestCollab
No Jira Lock-in
TestCollab works as a standalone platform. Zephyr Scale and Essential require Jira to function — if you leave Jira, you lose your test management.
AI-Powered Test Generation
QA Copilot generates test cases from screenshots or text descriptions. Zephyr's HaloAI focuses on converting manual tests to automation, not generating test cases.
Built-in Requirements Manager
Capture requirements and link them to test cases for full traceability. Zephyr has no built-in requirements management — it relies entirely on Jira issues.
Pay Only for Testers
With TestCollab, you pay per tester. Zephyr charges for every Jira user in your instance — even non-testers.
Enterprise Security at Lower Tiers
Get role-based access, 2FA, and custom reports at Premium pricing. Zephyr's SSO requires a separate Atlassian Access subscription.
Slack Notifications
Get test updates in your team's Slack channels out of the box. Zephyr has no native Slack integration.
Feature comparison
TestCollab vs Zephyr
See how TestCollab compares to Zephyr across key features that matter to QA teams.
| Feature | TestCollab | Zephyr | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing & Flexibility | |||
| Pricing Model | Per-tester, flexible | Per Jira user (all users, not just testers) | Pay only for testers, not your entire Jira instance |
| Standalone (No Jira Required) | Enterprise only | Use your test management tool independently of any issue tracker | |
| Self-Hosted Option | Via Jira Data Center | Data sovereignty without requiring Jira Data Center | |
| Free Trial | Try before you buy | ||
| AI & Automation | |||
| AI Test Case Generation | Automatically generate test cases from screenshots or text | ||
| AI Test Automation | Generate automation scripts from natural language descriptions | ||
| Test Automation Integration | Connect with CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks | ||
| Requirements & Traceability | |||
| Built-in Requirements Manager | Capture and manage requirements without external tools | ||
| Requirements Traceability Matrix | Via Jira issue linking | Native traceability without depending on Jira issue discipline | |
| Test Management | |||
| Test Case Management | Organize and manage test cases effectively | ||
| Test Plans & Runs | Plan and execute test cycles | ||
| Test Case Approval Workflow | Formal review and approval process for test cases | ||
| Reusable Steps | Scale only | Create step libraries to avoid duplication | |
| Time Tracking | Track time spent on testing activities | ||
| Role-Based Access | Premium ($29/user) | Via Jira permissions | Dedicated test management permissions, not tied to Jira schemes |
| Screen Recording | Record your screen during test execution to capture evidence automatically | ||
| Security & Compliance | |||
| SOC 2 Compliance | Enterprise-grade security certification | ||
| SSO/SAML Support | Requires Atlassian Access ($) | SSO without paying for additional Atlassian products | |
| Two-Factor Authentication | Elite+ (toggle) | Via Atlassian Access ($) | Built-in 2FA without extra subscriptions |
| Integrations | |||
| Jira Integration | Native (required) | Integrate with Jira by choice, not by requirement | |
| GitHub Integration | Via CI/CD scripts only | Native integration, not manual scripting | |
| Azure DevOps | Via CI/CD scripts only | Connect with Microsoft's DevOps ecosystem natively | |
| Slack Notifications | Get test updates in your team's channels | ||
| Reporting & Data | |||
| Test Reports & Dashboards | Visualize test progress and results | ||
| Custom Reports | Premium ($29/user) | Scale only | Advanced reporting available at lower cost |
| API Access | Programmatic access to your test data | ||
| SQL Data Export | Full database backup for complete data ownership | ||
Easy migration
Switch from Zephyr in minutes
Our migration tools and support team make switching painless.
Export your data
Export your test cases from Zephyr Scale or Essential in Excel/CSV format.
Import to TestCollab
Use our CSV import wizard with field mapping to bring in all your test cases.
Start testing
Your team can start using TestCollab immediately — no Jira dependency required.
FAQ
Answers teams look for
How does TestCollab pricing compare to Zephyr?
TestCollab uses flexible per-tester pricing starting at $29/user/month for Premium. Zephyr Scale charges per Jira user — meaning you pay for every user in your Jira instance, not just testers. If you have 100 Jira users but only 10 testers, Zephyr charges for all 100.
Can I use TestCollab without Jira?
Yes. TestCollab is a standalone platform that works independently. It also integrates with Jira, GitHub, Azure DevOps, and more — but none are required. Zephyr Scale and Essential are Jira add-ons that cannot function without Jira.
Does TestCollab have AI test generation?
Yes! TestCollab includes QA Copilot, an AI-powered assistant that generates test cases from screenshots, text descriptions, or requirements. It can also generate automation scripts from natural language. Zephyr's HaloAI focuses on converting manual tests to automation, not generating new test cases.
Can I manage requirements in TestCollab?
Yes. TestCollab includes a built-in Requirements Manager (Elite plan and above) that lets you capture requirements, link them to test cases, and generate traceability matrices. Zephyr has no requirements management — it relies on Jira issues as a proxy.
How easy is it to migrate from Zephyr?
Migration is straightforward. Export your test cases from Zephyr in Excel or CSV format, then use TestCollab's import wizard to map fields and bring in all your data. Our support team can assist with larger migrations.
Does TestCollab integrate with Jira?
Yes. TestCollab has a bi-directional Jira integration available on all plans. You can link test cases to Jira issues, create defects directly in Jira, and see coverage across your user stories and epics — without being locked into Jira as a dependency.
What if my team uses both Jira and non-Jira projects?
TestCollab works great for mixed environments. Unlike Zephyr, which is confined to Jira, TestCollab lets you manage test cases across projects regardless of which issue tracker — or no issue tracker — each team uses.
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