Six months ago, on July 9th, we launched the open alpha of Mechasm with a simple yet ambitious promise: to make end-to-end (E2E) testing as natural as writing requirements. We believed that the gap between manual testing (slow but accurate) and reliable automation (fast but brittle) was too wide. We set out to bridge it with Agentic AI intelligence that understands intent, not just code.
Today, we are thrilled to announce Mechasm Beta.
This release represents a complete transformation that goes far beyond what we initially envisioned. It is not just an update; it is a reimagining of how modern product teams should approach quality assurance in 2026. From self-healing tests that actually work to a collaboration suite designed for whole-team quality ownership, Mechasm Beta is ready for primetime.
TL;DR: What’s New in Beta?
For those in a rush to ship code, here is the high-level summary of what has changed:
- New Pricing Tiers: Introduced Pro (for freelancers) and Scale (for teams) plans.
- Unlimited Seats: The Scale plan now includes unlimited team members to democratize QA.
- Advanced Analytics: New dashboard with flakiness detection, execution trends, and ROI metrics.
- Team Collaboration: Shared workspaces, and invite flows.
- Stability Improvements: 99.9% reduction in "false positive" test failures due to improved AI selectors.
From Alpha to Today: The Feedback Loop
Our alpha phase taught us something crucial. QA professionals do not just need better testing tools; they need better workflows.
We spoke with hundreds of testers, developers, and product managers. The consensus was clear:
- Maintenance is the Killer: "I spend 40% of my time fixing old tests because a CSS class changed."
- Silos are Dangerous: "QA writes the tests, Dev breaks them, and PMs have no visibility."
- Data is Missing: "We run tests, but we don't know why they are flaky."
The beta version is the result of six months of intensive engineering based on this real-world feedback. We didn't just patch features; we rebuilt the core engine to prioritize stability, clarity, and team dynamics.
Introducing Two New Tiers
We recognized that a solo freelancer has vastly different needs than a scaling startup. A freelancer needs speed and low overhead. A startup needs collaboration and governance.
To address this, we have introduced two new pricing tiers tailored to specific needs in the market.
Feature Comparison Table
All plans are flexible—you can upgrade, downgrade, or add extra credits and parallel capacity anytime from your workspace settings.
| Feature | Pro Plan | Scale Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Target Audience | QA Freelancers & Solo Devs | Startups & Growing Teams |
| Price Point | Transparent Monthly | Predictable Enterprise Power |
| Team Members | 1 Member | Unlimited Members |
| Credits | 200 / month | 500 / month |
| Parallel Runs | 1 concurrent | 4 concurrent |
| Storage | 1 GB test artifacts | 5 GB test artifacts |
| Test History | 90 Days | Unlimited |
| Support | Standard Email | Priority Support |
| Analytics | Basic Reports | Advanced Analytics |
| Integrations | Slack, CI/CD | Slack, CI/CD |
What are Credits? Credits are used for Agentic AI test generation and execution. Each AI generation event (like creating a new test from a prompt or regenerating broken steps) consumes one credit. Standard executions are highly optimized to minimize credit usage.
Why Unlimited Members on Scale? We believe quality is a team sport. We don't want you to limit who can see test results just to save a few dollars. Invite your devs, your PMs, and your stakeholders.
Deep Dive: What is New in Beta?
We have added team members and analytics along with many other improvements to the platform. These aren't just features; they are workflows designed to save you hours every week.
1. Team Collaboration: Breaking Down Silos
Testing is no longer a solitary activity. In the Alpha, workspaces were single-player. In Beta, we have enabled teams to work together effectively.
- Shared Workspaces: Create a "Project" for each app or microservice.
- Invite Flows: Seamlessly onboard your entire team via email invitations.
With the Scale plan, you can bring everyone on board. This fosters a culture where quality is a shared responsibility across the entire organization.
2. Actionable Analytics: Beyond Pass/Fail
Data is useless if it doesn't lead to action. A "Red" build tells you something is wrong, but not what to fix first. Our new analytics system transforms raw test data into actionable insights.
Key Metrics in the New Dashboard:
- Flakiness Detector: Identifies tests that pass/fail intermittently without code changes. These are your "silent killers."
- Duration Trends: detailed graphs showing if your login flow is getting slower over time (performance regression).
- Failure Analysis: Group failures by "Infrastructure," "Assertion Error," or "Timeout" to prioritize fixes.
The advanced analytics available in the Scale tier help you identify patterns, spot flaky tests, and understand your test suite performance at a deeper level. You can drill down into specific test runs, analyze failure trends over time, and see exactly which parts of your application are causing the most friction.
3. Agentic AI Automation 2.0
We continue to leverage AI to make testing faster and more resilient. The Beta engine introduces "Context-Aware Selectors."
Traditional tools look for #submit-btn. If a developer changes that ID, the test breaks.
Mechasm's AI looks for "The primary action button on the form, likely labeled 'Submit' or 'Save', located near the bottom right."
- Self-Healing: When a selector changes, Mechasm adapts automatically in real-time, keeping your pipeline green.
- Smart Waits: No more hardcoded
sleep(5000). The AI waits for the network to be idle and the UI to be interactive. - Intelligent Validation: Verify not just the code, but the semantic structure and accessibility of components.
Use Cases: Who is Mechasm Beta For?
The "Pro" User: The Freelance QA Architect
Scenario: You manage QA for 3 different clients. You need to move fast.
- Benefit: You can set up a robust test suite in hours, not days. The low maintenance means you can handle more clients without working weekends.
- Value: Deliver professional analytics to your clients showing exactly what you tested and how stable their app is.
The "Scale" Team: The Agile Startup
Scenario: A team of 10 developers pushing code daily. QA is a bottleneck.
- Benefit: Developers can write their own tests using Natural Language prompts ("Verify that the user cannot signup with an invalid email").
- Value: CI/CD integration means bugs are caught before merge. Unlimited seats mean the Product Manager can check the "Release Health" dashboard every morning.
Comparison: Mechasm vs. Traditional Frameworks
| Feature | Selenium / Cypress | Playwright (Vanilla) | Mechasm Beta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup Time | Days (Drivers, Config) | Hours | Minutes |
| Selector Strategy | Brittle (IDs, XPath) | Better (User-facing locators) | AI-Driven (Context Aware) |
| Maintenance | High (Breaks often) | Medium | Low (Self-Healing) |
| Analytics | Basic / Plugins | HTML Analytics | Integrated Analytics Dashboard |
| Collaboration | Git-based only | Git-based | SaaS Workspace + Git |
| Cost | Free (Open Source) | Free (Open Source) | Transparent Managed SaaS |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can I migrate my existing Playwright tests?
A: Yes! Mechasm is built on top of the Playwright engine. While we have our own high-level abstraction, we are working on import tools to bring existing suites into the Mechasm ecosystem.
Q: Is my data secure?
A: Absolutely. We use enterprise-grade encryption for all test data and credentials. We do not use your proprietary application data to train our public models.
Q: What happens if I run out of credits?
A: You can easily purchase "Credit Packs" as a one-time add-on, or upgrade your tier. We will alert you when you hit 80% and 90% usage so you are never blocked during a release.
Q: Does the Scale plan really have unlimited users?
A: Yes. We want you to invite your whole team. There is no "per-seat" tax.
Ready to Transform Your QA Process?
Whether you are a freelance QA engineer looking to professionalize your workflow or a scaling team ready to improve your testing process, Mechasm Beta is ready for you. We are building the future of automated testing, and we want you to be a part of it.
We invite you to explore our new pricing plans and see how Mechasm can fit into your workflow.
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If you have questions about the beta, please drop us a line or join our community for support.
Learn more in our Analytics Documentation or explore Team Management.