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Testlio

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Testlio reviews

3.4

51% would recommend to a friend

(10 total reviews)
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Summer Weisberg

56% approve of CEO

45% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.5

Work/Life balance

3.4

Culture & values

3.3

Compensation and benefits

3.2

Career opportunities

3.1

Senior management

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1.0
Feb 21, 2026

It has become extremely toxic and demoralizing

Delivery
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CEO approval
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Pros

At times, the way the company treats its employees, especially the delivery team, is deeply discouraging. Leadership tends to focus heavily on mistakes while rarely recognizing wins, which creates a punitive atmosphere that leaves people feeling demoralized and questioning their performance. There is a clear need for meaningful change among long-tenured leaders, as concerns about favoritism have become increasingly evident that I once ignored as water cooler talk, but it is now evident. Overall, the culture has grown increasingly toxic and is negatively impacting morale.

Cons

Many employees feel afraid to speak up for fear of repercussions, and there’s a growing sense of anxiety about job security and making mistakes that leadership may disproportionately scrutinize. This approach needs to shift if the company wants to stay competitive with others that are outperforming it. The qualities that once made this a great place to work, strong incentives, meaningful perks, and talented colleagues, have eroded, replaced by cuts, removal of bonuses, reduced benefits, and the loss of valued team members.

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Testlio Response
4mo
Thank you for sharing your experience. When someone describes our culture as toxic, I do not take that lightly as a founder. Over the past year, the company has gone through an intentional reset. As leadership, we took a hard look at our priorities and sharpened our focus. That meant simplifying where we had become fragmented and raising execution standards across every function. With clearer focus comes clearer accountability. Change at this level is never easy. We are building a high-performance company with experienced leadership and board oversight. That includes direct feedback, measurable outcomes, and at times, difficult conversations. For some, that environment is energizing. For others, it can feel intense. Intensity, however, is not the same as toxicity. Culture is experienced individually, and if someone felt unheard or unsupported, that is important feedback for us. We remain committed to building a company that combines high standards and accountability. We would truly value the opportunity to listen to your concerns directly. Whether with your manager or our Director of People and Culture, we invite a conversation where you can feel supported and where we can work toward a better mutual understanding. We wish you the best moving forward. Kristel Kruustük Founder and Board Director
1.0
Jan 22, 2026

Talent can’t bloom where mobbing and favoritism thrive

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Testlio offers competitive salaries and fair compensation for the work delivered. The founders are genuinely kind, passionate, and committed to keeping the company running through every challenge. There’s a sense of purpose in the early roots of the company you can feel that it was built with care and a vision for quality. Some areas are full of talented, warm people who truly want to make a difference, and collaborating with them was always a rewarding experience.

Cons

The layoff and offboarding process felt inhumane. People were treated as if they had done something wrong no opportunity to speak during the call, no personal note, and immediate removal of access. It was deeply disappointing. There’s a culture of favoritism within certain circles where some individuals are consistently protected and promoted despite poor behavior. Mobbing and discriminatory comments were often ignored, even when formally reported. I personally documented evidence of these situations, yet the HR person who initially supported me was later let go. Communication is often one-sided messages go unanswered, feedback is dismissed, and meetings are canceled without explanation. Over time, the company shifted its focus from teamwork to individual competition, creating a more toxic atmosphere. Many employees have learned to stay silent or pretend everything is fine out of fear of being the next target. Was proud to be part of the team once, but favoritism and mobbing culture broke what made Testlio special.

2.0
Nov 18, 2024

Once a good company that turned into disaster

Software engineer
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

In the beginning, it was a great company with a positive atmosphere and talented people. The engineering teams had strong managers and PMs who provided good guidance. Work processes were clear, giving engineers the opportunity to focus on learning and delivering features effectively. There were also many skilled colleagues to collaborate with and learn from, which made it a rewarding place to grow. There are still nice people who care about you. Diversity and Inclusion are respected.

Cons

I’ve been putting off writing this review, hoping the company would improve, but I feel it’s important to share my experience. About a year ago, things started to change for the worse. New VPs took over roles they weren’t good at, which led to a lot of micromanagement and poor communication. Good employees were fired because they didn’t fit the management’s vision, which seems out of touch with reality. After that, more people quit because the workplace became toxic. I still talk to some of them, and a lot are thinking of leaving too. The biggest issue for me was the new VP of Engineering. From my experience, this person didn’t treat engineers with respect, often made inappropriate comments, and seemed to look for chances to put people down. It felt like the company wanted someone to push people hard instead of encouraging and supporting them. Why you might not want to apply to Testlio: - Career growth is limited. - Raises are rare or close to never, even if you perform well. - There’s a lot of micromanagement. - You won’t find much mentorship or learning opportunities. - Toxic management.

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Testlio Response
1y
Hi, Thank you for sharing your feedback. This is Bill, VP of Engineering at Testlio. I'm sorry to hear that your experience didn't fully meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. At Testlio, we are committed to our core values, including Team is Everything, and Foster Inclusion. Over the past year, we've evolved into a 100% remote company and Platform organization that operates by design without product managers. We understand that such shifts can be challenging, and we appreciate your perspective. While some engineers decided to leave because of these changes, after the summer of 2024 we have had zero regretted attrition. Please note that this year, we separated with two engineers based on company-initiated processes. These decisions came after extensive coaching and support. At the same time, we've demonstrated our commitment to building a strong Platform team by adding nine senior members—six senior software engineers and three managers. Regarding compensation, learning, and career growth, it's notable that all qualified full-time ongoing members of the Platform team received a 3% salary adjustment in April 2024 to account for inflation—an important step given the economic climate at the time. Additionally, 10% of the Platform team received additional compensation increases, with 5% also receiving promotions, based on exceptional performance. Testlio also offers a Learning Cookie stipend for all our people, in addition to extensive internal learning opportunities, like the Leadership Development program, which 11 Platform team members have gone through in the past 4 years. We take concerns about management style seriously. While we acknowledge your feelings, our recent engagement survey showed a notable increase in satisfaction within the Platform team. The statement "I am happy at Testlio" rose from 7.7 in October 2023 to 8.2 in November 2024 on a 1-10 scale (a 6.5% YoY increase). We believe this reflects our commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment and we're continually seeking ways to improve and support our team's well-being. As a fully remote company, our people are empowered to work in different locations, at different times, and in different ways. The people of Testlio and the flexibility of our work-life integration approach consistently are noted in our surveys. Thank you again for your feedback. We're dedicated to continuous improvement and open dialogue. If you'd like to discuss your experiences further, I welcome the opportunity to connect. Kind regards, Bill VP of Engineering
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