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WAVE vs UserWay Accessibility Checker: catalog facts
WAVE	UserWay Accessibility Checker
Freemium The online tool and extensions are free; the API and stand-alone testing engine are paid.	Freemium A one-time check is free; UserWay's widget and ongoing tools are paid after a trial.
Web, Browser extension	Web
Shows issues in place on the page Extensions for Chrome, Firefox and Edge	One-click scan from a URL Gives an overall accessibility score
Bulk testing requires the paid API or engine Automated results still need human judgement	Free check is one-time and high level Page mainly promotes the paid UserWay widget
Web application, Browser extension	Web application
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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