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We performed a comparison between Helix ALM and Inflectra SpiraTest based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Application Requirements Management solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Helix ALM vs. Inflectra SpiraTest Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"Helix ALM enables users to build, make efficient and effective decisions, and use least-cost methods for maximum benefit, as fast as possible. They allow you to see and visualize your configuration.""The tool offers high stability.""The most valuable features of Helix ALM are traceability and flexibility."

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"Inflectra SpiraTest has a lot of functionality, which is good.""The user-friendly features are the most valuable. For example, migration of requirements and migration of test cases and the creation of traceability. You have various reports that you need. The plug-ins that are available to connect with the other tools.""The features of this product most valuable to me were the test case management and the visual status, by which it was displayed.""We were able to add a step-by-step procedure for someone to follow to assist in testing.""The ability to reuse test cases already used across projects is the most valuable feature of this solution. We don't need to create new ones.""I found Inflectra SpiraTest intuitive enough. It's also easy to learn, so this is what I like about it.""The reporting functionality helps vendors and technical resources identify bugs and issues that need to be addressed. The simple dashboard-style home page makes training end-user testers simple and straightforward. The actual testing UI is VERY straightforward and very intuitive for the end-users that test the system since very often we pull from business and operational users to help test new systems."

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Cons
"It would be great to see Perforce's strategy is for implementing intelligence into the process via AI or ML. It's not clearly defined, at least not to my knowledge.""The accountability and the equivalent to using, acting, editing, working with Word, and also importing and exporting from Word needs improvement.""Helix ALM should be able to integrate with other systems better. Helix ALM should also have an easier user interface, and the solution needs to have drag-and-drop tools included in it."

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"Two areas that can stand improvement: integration with third party products and making it more intuitive.""It should develop integration with JIRA. We have some complexities which caused us not to decide to integrate it with our JIRA, like synchronous data.""Migrating is not very easy. It depends on the organization, how efficient and effective the decision-making process is. The plug-ins should be easier and more integrated rather than the user trying to integrate the tools which are more popular, like Jira et al.""Being able to add scripting for testing can and does save a lot of time. When you are able to just ‘run’ a test case rather than manually add it and run it.""The UI for managing test cases, test sets, test runs could be a little more integrated, currently, these feel disjointed at times and confusing. Also, the test steps page needs to display the test steps closer to the top of the UI so as to not have to scroll down to find.""The user interface is slightly complicated and not very consistent. It could be more user friendly.""The folder organization in Inflectra SpiraTest could be better, though I cannot comment whether that is structure-related. Most of what I need would probably be in the tool, but as a test manager, I need to be able to create dashboards and reports easily."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "I give the solution a nine out of ten for pricing."
  • "I rate the product price a nine on a one to ten scale, where one is low price and ten is high price."
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  • "The pricing was excellent. I would recommend the enterprise solution."
  • "I Googled the pricing for Inflectra SpiraTest, and it's about $4,000 annually."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The tool offers high stability.
    Top Answer:I rate the product price a nine on a one to ten scale, where one is low price and ten is high price.
    Top Answer:Helix ALM should be able to integrate with other systems better. Helix ALM should also have an easier user interface, and the solution needs to have drag-and-drop tools included in it.
    Top Answer:I found Inflectra SpiraTest intuitive enough. It's also easy to learn, so this is what I like about it.
    Top Answer:The folder organization in Inflectra SpiraTest could be better, though I cannot comment whether that is structure-related. Most of what I need would probably be in the tool, but as a test manager, I… more »
    Top Answer:The use case for Inflectra SpiraTest is to report on defects. It's also useful for writing test cases.
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    Also Known As
    TestTrack
    SpiraTest, Spira
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    Overview

    Helix ALM is a comprehensive Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) software platform offered by Perforce. It provides organizations with tools and features to manage the entire lifecycle of software development and product engineering. Helix ALM combines requirements management, test management, issue tracking, and version control into a unified solution, enabling teams to collaborate effectively and ensure the delivery of high-quality software products.

    Helix ALM Features:

    • Requirements Management: Helix ALM allows for capturing, organizing, and managing requirements, ensuring clarity, traceability, and alignment with stakeholders.
    • Test Management: The platform provides tools for creating, executing, and tracking tests, enabling comprehensive test coverage and quality assurance.
    • Issue and Defect Tracking: Helix ALM offers robust issue and defect tracking capabilities, allowing teams to log, track, and resolve issues throughout the software development lifecycle.
    • Version Control Integration: It integrates with version control systems, such as Helix Core, enabling teams to manage source code, track changes, and maintain version history.
    • Traceability and Impact Analysis: Helix ALM establishes relationships between requirements, tests, defects, and code changes, facilitating traceability and impact analysis to understand the impact of changes and make informed decisions.
    • Collaboration and Workflow Management: The platform supports collaboration among team members, streamlines workflows, and provides notifications and approvals to ensure efficient progress and timely delivery.
    • Reporting and Analytics: Helix ALM offers reporting and analytics capabilities to gain insights into project status, quality metrics, and overall performance, aiding in decision-making and process improvement.

    Helix ALM Benefits:

    • Streamlined Development Process: Helix ALM provides a centralized platform that streamlines the software development process, promoting efficient collaboration and coordination among team members.
    • Improved Collaboration and Communication: The platform facilitates effective collaboration and communication among cross-functional teams, reducing miscommunication and fostering better teamwork.
    • Enhanced Requirement Management: Helix ALM helps ensure clear, traceable, and well-managed requirements, leading to better understanding and fulfillment of customer needs.
    • Comprehensive Test Management: With Helix ALM, teams can create, execute, and track tests, ensuring comprehensive test coverage, early defect detection, and improved product quality.
    • Effective Issue and Defect Tracking: Helix ALM's issue and defect tracking features enable teams to log, track, and resolve issues throughout the development process, ensuring timely issue resolution and reducing the risk of defects in the final product.
    • Regulatory Compliance Support: Helix ALM provides features to support compliance with industry regulations and standards, offering documentation, audit trails, and version control to meet regulatory requirements.
    • Increased Visibility and Control: Helix ALM offers transparency and visibility into project status, metrics, and performance, empowering teams with actionable insights to make informed decisions and manage projects effectively.
    • Scalability and Customization: Helix ALM is a flexible solution that can be tailored to fit the specific needs of different organizations and projects. It scales to accommodate growing teams and supports customization to align with unique processes and workflows.

    Reviews from Real Users

    Harold Pogue, Global IT Director of Digital Platforms, says that, “The initial setup is complexly straightforward. The vendor offers support where they come and set up the solution for a fee”, and also adds, "The most valuable features of Helix ALM are traceability and flexibility.

    SpiraTest is an integrated Requirements and Quality Management solution that manages your project's Requirements, Test Cases, Releases, Defects and Issues in one environment, with complete traceability throughout. After defining your project's requirements, you generate the test cases and test steps that validate the functionality. The test execution modules allows users to run through the tests, logging defects/issues as they go. SpiraTest is Fully Web-Based. Free 30-Day Trial.
    Sample Customers
    Invision, Softing, CACI, Hunter Industries, ITSO, Itron, EEC, Database Consultants Australia, VirtualScopics, March Networks, WorkForce
    - Morningstar - Deutsch Bank - Sopra Group - Booz Allen & Hamilton - UBS - US Government
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Healthcare Company15%
    Educational Organization13%
    Manufacturing Company10%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    REVIEWERS
    Insurance Company17%
    Marketing Services Firm17%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm16%
    Computer Software Company11%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    Healthcare Company9%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business43%
    Midsize Enterprise29%
    Large Enterprise29%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business13%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise76%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business24%
    Midsize Enterprise48%
    Large Enterprise28%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business15%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise74%
    Buyer's Guide
    Helix ALM vs. Inflectra SpiraTest
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Helix ALM vs. Inflectra SpiraTest and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
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    Helix ALM is ranked 7th in Application Requirements Management with 7 reviews while Inflectra SpiraTest is ranked 9th in Application Requirements Management with 25 reviews. Helix ALM is rated 6.4, while Inflectra SpiraTest is rated 7.4. The top reviewer of Helix ALM writes "Helix ALM is insanely configurable, with great traceability, and flexibility". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Inflectra SpiraTest writes "Intuitive enough and easy to learn, but in terms of folder organization, it could be better". Helix ALM is most compared with IBM Rational DOORS, Jira, IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation, Polarion Requirements and SmartBear TestComplete, whereas Inflectra SpiraTest is most compared with Microsoft Azure DevOps, Jira, IBM Rational DOORS, Jama Connect and TestRail. See our Helix ALM vs. Inflectra SpiraTest report.

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