Total Validator
8.0#7 in accessibility testing software$10 one-timeFree planWebAPIExtensionLinux
VisitTotal Validator vs WAVE
What both publish
| Fact | Total Validator | WAVE |
|---|---|---|
| Browser extension | Yes | Yes |
| CI/CD integration | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
Total Validator plans
- TestFree
- Basic$10, paid once
- CI$39, paid once
- Pro$39, paid once
WAVE plans
- Subscription API — 250–999 credits$10 a month
- Subscription API — 1,000–9,999 credits—
- Subscription API — 10,000+ credits—
- Stand-alone API — Basic$4,000 a year
- Stand-alone API — Expanded$8,000 a year
- Stand-alone API — Unlimited$12,000 a year
Pick Total Validator if…
Total Validator suits people who need automated checks of website accessibility and markup, including developers integrating scans into CI workflows. Its plans may also suit users who need to validate private pages or whole sites.
Pick WAVE if…
WAVE suits web teams that want automated accessibility checks alongside tools for human review. Its extensions, scheduled audits, and CI support may fit teams working with authenticated pages or continuous integration.