A Dive into Low Code and No Code Testing

A Dive into Low Code and No Code Testing

Posted on - Oct 13, 2025 | 3 min read

In the digital world, Speed, Accuracy, and Security are the three important non-negotiable pillars on which software systems stand. Hence, innovation focuses on strengthening these vital pillars. Coding was earlier pivotal to the testing world, but also restrained the potential of the three crucial pillars. Thankfully, consistent Research and Development, gave the world the seemingly impossible – Testing without Manual Coding! Low Code and No Code tools were born out of these efforts to reduce/eliminate, one of the biggest blessings-cum-bane of testing i.e. Coding.

Let’s understand each of these in a little more detail.

Low Code and No Code

Low Code and No Code, both follow the Rapid Application Development (RAD) approach where automated code generation is made possible through visual building blocks like drag-and-drop, or pull-down menu interfaces, or point-and-click interfaces. However, Low Code and No Code testing though quite similar, are still not the same.

Low Code Testing refers to test automation tools where coding is automated, and yet code insertion is allowed for customization, complexities, or other reasons. There is some degree of coding needed, hence it is used by Professional Developers and Testers.

No Code as the name suggests, refers to test automation tools where coding is 100% automated and no manual coding is required. It is also known as Codeless or Script-less Test Automation. Its USP is that not a single line of manual coding is needed, and hence testing can easily be done even by those who don’t have programming skills. e.g. Tech-savvy business users with vast domain knowledge but no coding skills, hybrid teams comprising of business users and software developers, or small business owners and non-IT teams such as HR, Finance and Legal.

The main point of differentiation is that Low Code has a facility to insert codes, unlike No Code. There are other points of differentiation too, which are presented in a tabular format, for ease in understanding how they technically and practically differ.

Low Code v/s No Code Test Automation

 

No.

Particulars

Low Code

No Code

1

Manual Coding

Some amount of coding required for customization.

No Manual coding involved.

2

Code Insertion

Permitted.

Code insertion not permitted.

3

Programming Skills

Programming skills needed.

Programming not needed.

4

Dependency

Dependence on visual tools, and on coding professionals.

100?pendence on visual tools.

5

Speed

Much faster than traditional manual methods, but slower than No Code tools, as time is required to train, onboard, develop and deploy, considering that customization is made available.

Fastest, thanks to its high configurability, which brings down building and testing time. Once configurations and data flows are properly set up, speed is greatly enhanced, as possible errors of manual coding are averted.

6

Code Generation

Visual tools and techniques like process modelling used to define workflows, business rules, user interfaces etc., and the tool automatically codifies the entire workflow.

All code generated via drag-and-drop, or pull-down menu interfaces, or point-and-click interfaces.

 

7

Testing Environment

Integrated Development Environment (IDE) with built-in features like APIs, code templates, reusable plug-in modules and graphical connectors, to automate majority of the app development process.

Specialized interfaces are geared to simplify automated test creation and management, without requiring programming skills. The characteristics of the interfaces are often similar to IDEs but are designed for non-technical users.

8

Flexibility

Customizable, hence highly flexible, which is good for complex testing scenarios that require custom scripts or logic.

Less flexible as customization is not permitted.

9

Type of Architecture

Open system that lets users extend functionality through code, resulting in higher flexibility and reusability.

Relatively closed system as it can only be extended through templated feature sets, resulting in restricted use cases.

10

Maintenance

Requires some level of code maintenance since customized codes are allowed.

Easy to maintain and update test cases with visual adjustments as coding is not involved.

11

Cost

Costs tend to be higher with more training requirements and also the need for recruiting semi-technical personnel for customization.

Generally lower overall cost as they are user-friendly, hence need limited training. Also saves on cost of skilled programmers.

12

Users

Professional Developers and Testers with programming skills, for automating generic aspects of coding.

Professional Developers, as well as Non-technical users or Non-developers with limited or no coding skills.

13

Suitability

Business Process Management Platforms, Website and Mobile App Development, Cross-Department Tools e.g. Appraisal Management Software, Integration with External Plugins and Cloud-based Next-gen Technologies e.g. Machine Learning Libraries, Robotic Process Automation and Legacy App Modernization.

 

Self-service Apps for Business Users, Dashboards, Mobile and Web Apps, Content Management Platforms, Data Pipeline Builders, Quick-to-build Standalone Apps, Straightforward UIs and simple automations, Calendar Planning Tools, Facility Management Tools, and BI Reporting Apps with configurable columns and filters.

14

Examples

Selenium IDE with minimal coding.

BOTm – Accelerator BOT with 100% Codeless Testing.

 

Common Benefits of Low Code and No Code Testing

  • Both empower various kinds of users – more so with No Code testing.
  • Lowers costs by reducing dependency on expensive programming professionals.
  • Enhances productivity by greatly speeding up development and testing.
  • Considerably reduces the all-important time-to-market.
  • Cost-effective as they need smaller teams, fewer resources, lower infrastructure costs, and lower maintenance expenses.
  • Available as PaaS solutions and adopts a workflow-based design to define the logical progression of data.
  • Minimizes risks and costs of re-work by enabling quick customer feedback and early rectification.
  • Architectural consistency promotes design and code consistency, which is great when debugging apps, as developers can focus on problem resolutions, rather than on understanding frameworks.
  • Enhances ROI thanks to quicker and more accurate releases.
  • Encourages team work and collaboration between business and IT.

Pointers for Choosing Correctly Between Low Code and No Code Tools

The choice between Low Code and No Code depends on a combination of factors, and must be taken based on what best suits the organization in the overall picture. Here are some pointers to help steer to the right decision.

If the app involves complex scenarios, requires customization, and your staff has a fair exposure to programming, then Low Code is the better option. If the app requires better controls for data confidentiality or any other reason, then Low Code is what you need. So too for high levels of integrations that need efficient management of security risks.

If the app does not have very complex scenarios, and deadlines are non-negotiable, then No Code is the winner with its quick turnaround time. So too if budgets are tight and you don’t wish to invest in costly programming experts.

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BOTm Advantages

  • With BOTm productivity increases over 5 times by testing cases simultaneously on multiple mobile devices.
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  • BOTm provides fast ramp-up time compared to other tools, as there is no framework setup, nor setup of testing infrastructure.
  • No technical scripting skills needed, no knowledge of coding or domain expertise required, thus reducing expenses for skilled resources.
  • Eliminates dependency on coding for specific tools or frameworks, thus freeing up time to focus on business goals and their application.

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