Integration tests provide comprehensive coverage but are slower and harder to maintain.
While integration tests ensure that components work together as expected, they typically require more setup and execution time, making them slower than unit tests. They can also be more brittle, as changes in one component might break tests for others. In an e-commerce application, integration tests might simulate a full checkout process, but too many such tests can slow development.
Additional Notes
What are the trade-offs of using integration tests extensively?