| 1. | In this, the first step is to understand the application by learning the background process behind it, and then testing is performed. | In this, the tester can test the application without any prior knowledge and can understand the application in the middle of testing the application. |
| 2. | This is a type of testing in which the one who is testing the app should have prior knowledge of the app or software in which they are going to perform Adhoc testing. | In this, there is no compulsion of prior knowledge i.e. the tester can test the software or app without any knowledge. |
| 3. | In this, there is no target set or any goal to complete as it tests randomly. | In this, goals and targets can be set. |
| 4. | In this, there is no such documentation as compared to Exploratory testing. | In this, there is proper documentation and any testing will be done based on particular documentation only. |
| 5. | It has very little practical use as compared to Exploratory testing. | It has good practical use in the market to test applications and software. |
| 6 | Adhoc testing is a testing approach where testers perform testing without any predefined test plan or test cases. | Exploratory testing is a testing approach where testers perform testing based on their knowledge, experience, and intuition. |
| 7 | This testing is not well structured as compared to Exploratory testing. | This testing is known for its structured documentation. |
| 8 | In this, bugs cannot be handled properly. | In this, critical bugs can be handled efficiently. |
| 9 | Adhoc testing is usually performed when there is no time to create a formal test plan or test cases. | Exploratory testing is usually performed when testers are familiar with the system under test and want to identify defects that may not be covered in the test plan. |
| 10 | Adhoc testing is often performed in an unstructured manner, where testers randomly perform tests without any specific order or priority. | Exploratory testing is often performed in a structured manner, where testers follow a specific path of testing and document their findings as they go. |
| 11 | Adhoc testing is less efficient than other testing approaches because it lacks a predefined plan or structure. | Exploratory testing is more efficient than other testing approaches because it allows testers to focus on high-risk areas and identify defects quickly. |
| 12 | Adhoc testing is usually performed by less experienced testers because it does not require a deep understanding of the system under test. | Exploratory testing is usually performed by experienced testers who have a deep understanding of the system under test and can quickly identify defects. |
| 13 | Adhoc testing is suitable for applications that have a short development cycle or require rapid testing. | Exploratory testing is suitable for applications that are complex and require testing based on user behavior and experience. |