The Playtest
5.9#21 in game playtesting platformsFree planFree plan
VisitThe Playtest vs Userplay
What both publish
| Fact | The Playtest | Userplay |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | The Playtest gives indie game studios a structured way to run playtests, collect guided feedback, and make decisions. | Userplay is playtesting infrastructure for game studios. |
| Recruitment | Studios can target testers by platform, genre preference, region, and experience level. | Studios can recruit and screen playtesters directly from Discord communities. |
The Playtest plans
- FreeFree
Userplay plans
- IndieFree
- Essential$99 a month
- Starter$199 a month
- Studio$359 a month
Pick The Playtest if…
It is intended for indie studios that want a focused playtesting workflow rather than a marketplace or social network. It also suits testers looking for filtered opportunities and profiles that document their testing background.
Pick Userplay if…
Userplay suits game studios that need to recruit playtesters, distribute builds, review sessions, and collect feedback in a shared workflow. Its plan limits may help studios assess fit by seat and player volume.