SoapUI Open Source: Good tool for light tasks
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
Used for testing. There are simple cases like API Testing or connecting to backends to kick off some flows, but processes and flows are also be tested, like starting a workflow and checking that the data propagates correctly down the flow. We also use a script for checking if all environments are up. Automation can also be performed with waits, loops, and for those savvy, you can even put in custom code using Groovy.
Pros
- Automated workflows
- Soap requests: good for those who don't really want to play around with configuring headers
- API Testing
Cons
- Configuration of REST APIs
- Can appear clunky
- Has functionality behind a paywall (i.e. Pro version)
Return on Investment
- Positive: Free tool
- Positive: provides a sampler as to what the Pro version can do
- Negative: may not be the most user-friendly if custom scripts are used
- Negative: lacks some functionality found in the Pro version
- Positive: for those familiar with code, the lack of functionality can be made up.
Alternatives Considered
ReadyAPI and Postman
Other Software Used
Postman
