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Playwright vs Cypress — the e2e testing debate.
A senior-engineering POV on Playwright vs Cypress — what changes in 2026, where each wins, and which we'd default to for greenfield builds.
| Dimension | Playwright | Cypress |
|---|---|---|
| Category leader | Playwright | Cypress |
| Adoption in 2026 | Widespread | Strong niche |
| Hiring market | Broad | Focused |
| Learning curve | Moderate | Moderate |
/// Origami's take
Playwright leads on speed, cross-browser and multi-tab. Cypress for a mature dev-loop DX.