Type of test automation tools There’re many types of test tool, which Test Manager can consider when selecting the test tools.
Open-Source Tools Open source tools are the program wherein the source code is openly published for use and/or modification from its original design, free of charge.
Commercial Tools Commercial tools are the software which are produced for sale or to serve commercial purposes. Commercial tools have more support and more features from a vendor than open-source tools.
Custom Tools In some Testing project, the testing environment, and the testing process has special characteristics. No open-source or commercial tool can meet the requirement. Therefore, the Test Manager has to consider the development of the custom tool.