Excellent company- heading for potential IPO - Anonymous employee uTest Employee Review

5.0
Jul 26, 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Applause which was formerly uTest is a great place to work. A mature startup working with cutting edge companies and technologies. It's fast paced and heading for a potential IPO. They have typical growing pans but overall most everyone loves it here. Management is always working to make it a better place. The sales reps are making great money, and get great internal and external training and have a delivery team that can exefcyte for clients flawlessly. At the rate which things are going I would recommend people come and work here as we continue growing and hope for an IPO

Cons

The fast paced growth and change might not be for some, but for those willing to work hard and looking to have fun and make $$!l then this is the perfect place!

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5.0
Feb 6, 2026
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Pros

The platform offers unparalleled free QA training through its Academy and provides unique access to paid projects involving cutting-edge AI, unreleased software, and specialized hardware.

Cons

Competition is extremely high for new users, and the "pay-per-bug" model means you can spend hours testing without compensation if your findings are rejected or previously reported by others.

4.0
Oct 24, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Highly recommended for gaining QA experience and earning supplemental income. Not recommended for those seeking a stable, full-time salary. Experience & Learning- Excellent for beginners. You get hands-on experience testing apps for major brands and free access to the uTest Academy for skill-building. Flexibility- Work is entirely remote and flexible, allowing you to choose projects that fit your schedule. High-Potential Payouts - You can earn a competitive hourly rate for approved test cases or bugs. Higher-rated testers get more lucrative projects. Global Community- Access to a large, supportive community of testers worldwide.

Cons

Inconsistent Work- The volume of available projects can fluctuate wildly, leading to unstable income. You cannot rely on it as a stable full-time salary. High Competition for bug-hunting: You only get paid if you are the first to find and report an approved, unique bug. A lot of effort can be unpaid. Difficult for Beginners - It can be tough to get started and build your reputation to the "Proven" or "Gold" rating needed for consistent invitations. Direct communication with project managers is limited, which often slows the resolution of critical project issues.

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