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See how teams moving to Jira Cloud replace Xray with a Jira-native approach that keeps data inside Atlassian with no data egress. Appsvio Test Management (ATM) is built for Jira Cloud teams that need test management aligned with security and infrastructure requirements.

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Why teams are re-evaluating Xray in Jira Cloud

As teams move from Jira Data Center to Cloud, test management tools are often re-evaluated.

What worked in a self-managed environment doesn’t always align with Cloud infrastructure.

In Jira Cloud, teams start asking:
  • Where is our testing data stored?
  • How does this tool fit into Jira workflows?
  • Will this meet security and compliance requirements?

These questions lead many teams to explore alternatives to Xray during Cloud migration.

Where your testing data lives matters in Jira Cloud

In Jira Cloud, test management decisions often come down to where your data lives. With many tools (including Xray):
  • Test data may be stored outside Atlassian infrastructure
  • An additional layer sits between Jira and your data

This affects how organizations approach: Security, Compliance, and Data access.

ATM takes a different approach.
  • All testing data stays inside Atlassian infrastructure
  • No data egress or external system layer
Built on Atlassian Forge, ATM runs within the same environment as Jira. In Cloud environments, this often becomes a requirement rather than a preference.

Comparison

ATM vs Xray: key differences in Jira Cloud

Both ATM and Xray support test management in Jira, but they differ in how they handle infrastructure, data, and integration. For teams moving to Jira Cloud, these differences matter more than feature parity.

ATM
Xray

Data & Infrastructure

Data stored inside Atlassian infrastructure (no data egress)
Test data stored outside Atlassian infrastructure

Security & Compliance

Supports Atlassian Data Residency, Runs on Atlassian, built for secure Cloud environments
External data storage may require additional compliance considerations

Jira Integration

Test cases, workflows, and fields live directly in Jira
Introduces an additional system layer on top of Jira

Setup & Complexity

Lightweight, aligned with Jira workflows
More complex configuration and management

Extensibility

REST API and test repository support for flexible workflow integration
REST API and test repository support
Detailed comparison (pdf)

For many teams, the key difference is how each tool handles data and infrastructure.

ATM keeps everything inside Atlassian, simplifying security, compliance, and how testing fits into Jira workflows. Xray introduces external infrastructure, which may add complexity depending on your requirements.

Both tools support extensibility through APIs and test repositories. ATM keeps these capabilities aligned within the Atlassian environment.

Pricing Comparison

Cost differences become more significant at scale

Why teams are re-evaluating Xray in Jira Cloud

As teams scale in Jira Cloud, pricing becomes more important. Xray pricing increases significantly as user counts grow. For larger teams, this can become a constraint over time.
ATM offers a more cost-efficient model:
  • ~44% of Xray pricing at comparable tiers
  • Lower cost as usage scales

For larger teams, this difference can represent tens of thousands of dollars annually.
During a Cloud migration, cost often becomes a secondary but still meaningful reason to switch.

See how pricing compares as your team scales

Adjust the number of users to see how ATM and Xray pricing differ as your team grows in Jira Cloud.

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Appsvio Test Management
Appsvio Test Management (ATM) is a Jira-native test management app that enables teams to design, organize, execute, and report on manual and automated tests. It ensures end-to-end traceability across requirements, test cases, executions, and defects in one workspace.
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Xray Test Management tool
Xray is a Jira add-on for handling test cases and executions. It connects tests to requirements and defects and supports manual and automated testing. Reporting and configuration can feel complex, especially in larger projects.
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Testimonials

Start evaluating ATM in Jira Cloud

Teams evaluating alternatives to Xray often highlight ease of use and alignment with Jira workflows.

Great to see a new entrant in the market with a fast moving roadmap that is heading in the right direction. Well documented, and a flexible structure that allows you to be as orthodox or left field as you like with your testing set up. We have been using Appsvio Test Management for a couple of months now and don't know what we would do without it!

Peter Hastings

Peter Hastings

Business and Technical Consultant

Nice lean test app, with the great USP of built-in data residency where ever you want to pin your data.

Eric Reichau

Eric Reichau

Atlassian Expert, CrossALM

ATM has real potential to simplify test management in Jira. It's intuitive, cleanly integrated, and built on Forge, so you get benefits like data residency and Runs on Atlassian badge out of the box. Right now, it's focused on manual testing, and while some key features like reporting and a REST API aren't there yet, the team is actively building. It's a strong start, and I'm excited to see where it goes. Well done, Appsvio.

Caroline Adams

Caroline Adams

CEO, Digital Wayfarer

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FAQs

Yes. ATM supports test case management, execution, and reporting inside Jira, while keeping all data within Atlassian infrastructure. Many teams evaluate ATM as an alternative during Jira Cloud migration.
ATM keeps all test data inside Atlassian infrastructure with no data egress. Some tools, including Xray, may store data outside Atlassian, which can impact security and compliance considerations.
Switching can be done as part of a Jira Cloud migration. Appsvio provides a free migration assistant to help move data from Xray, Zephyr, and other tools.
Yes. ATM provides a REST API and supports structured test management workflows inside Jira. This allows teams to extend testing processes and integrate with their existing tools.
ATM is typically priced at around 44% of Xray at comparable user tiers. For larger teams, this can represent a significant cost difference over time.

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