OpenText Silk Performer
Cloud-scalable, cost-effective load and performance testing.
Overview
Silk Performer is an enterprise-grade load testing tool designed for web, mobile, and enterprise applications. It allows teams to simulate any size of user load to ensure applications are scalable and responsive under peak traffic. It offers features like cloud scalability, detailed diagnostics, and support for a wide range of technologies and protocols.
✨ Key Features
- Simulates high volumes of user traffic
- Supports various technologies and protocols
- Cloud-based scalability using multiple cloud providers
- Detailed analytics and reporting for root cause analysis
- Component-level diagnostics
- Integration with APM and CI/CD tools
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Strong diagnostics for root cause analysis
- Unlimited scalability with cloud integration
- Part of the broader OpenText (formerly Micro Focus) testing suite
Unique Value: Silk Performer provides a comprehensive solution for enterprise load testing with a strong emphasis on root cause analysis and cloud-based scalability.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Ensuring scalability and responsiveness of mission-critical applications
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small projects or teams with limited budgets
- Users looking for an open-source solution
🏆 Alternatives
It is a direct competitor to LoadRunner, offering a similar enterprise-grade feature set. It is more comprehensive and expensive than open-source or developer-centric tools.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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