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Differences between Cypress and Playwright
Some of the key differences between Cypress and Playwright:
Aspect | Cypress | Playwright |
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Language Support | JavaScript | JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, and more |
Browser Support | Chromium-based only (headless or full browser) | Chromium, Firefox, WebKit (headless or headed) |
Test Types | End-to-end (E2E) tests | End-to-end (E2E), integration, and unit tests |
Architecture | Single-threaded | Multi-threaded |
Execution Speed | Fast | Fast |
Cross-Browser | Limited support | Robust cross-browser support |
Mobile Testing | Not natively supported | Native support for mobile testing |
Test Runner | Built-in Cypress Test Runner | Can integrate with custom test runners |
Test Debugging | Built-in interactive mode for debugging | Built-in interactive mode for debugging |
Community Support | Large and active community | Growing community support |
Learning Curve | Relatively easy to get started | Requires some learning curve |
Assertions | Powerful built-in assertions | Flexibility to use any assertion library |
Ecosystem | Limited ecosystem compared to Playwright | Growing ecosystem with various integrations |
Documentation | Well-documented with comprehensive guides | Well-documented with comprehensive guides |
Vendor Lock-In | Potential vendor lock-in | No vendor lock-in, can switch frameworks |
Commercial Support | Cypress offers paid options for support | Playwright offers paid options for support |
Please note that this table provides a general overview and there may be other aspects to consider based on your specific project requirements. It’s important to evaluate each framework in the context of your own needs, such as the types of tests you want to perform, the browsers you need to support, the available resources and expertise within your team, and any specific project constraints.
Make sure to visit the official websites of Cypress (https://www.cypress.io/) and Playwright (https://playwright.dev/) to gather more detailed information and stay up to date with the latest features and updates for each framework.